Microsoft and authentication services provider Okta said they are investigating claims of a potential breach alleged by the LAPSUS$ extortionist gang. The development, which was first reported by Vice and Reuters, comes after the cyber criminal group posted screenshots and source code of what it said were the companies' internal projects and systems on its Telegram channel. The leaked 37GB  ( 3 min )

Back in 2018, Palo Alto Networks CTO and co-founder Nir Zuk coined a new term to describe the way that businesses needed to approach cybersecurity in the years to come. That term, of course, was extended detection and response (XDR). It described a unified cybersecurity infrastructure that brought endpoint threat detection, network analysis and visibility (NAV), access management, and more under  ( 5 min )

The U.S. government on Monday once again cautioned of potential cyber attacks from Russia in retaliation for economic sanctions imposed by the west on the country following its military assault on Ukraine last month. "It's part of Russia's playbook," U.S. President Joe Biden said in a statement, citing "evolving intelligence that the Russian Government is exploring options." The development  ( 4 min )

Five new security weaknesses have been disclosed in Dell BIOS that, if successfully exploited, could lead to code execution on vulnerable systems, joining the likes of firmware vulnerabilities recently uncovered in Insyde Software's InsydeH2O and HP Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI). Tracked as CVE-2022-24415, CVE-2022-24416, CVE-2022-24419, CVE-2022-24420, and CVE-2022-24421, the  ( 3 min )

Mit dem Matebook E bietet Huawei einen Surface-Konkurrenten mit OLED-Display ab 650 Euro. Wie gut der Convertible-PC ist, zeigt der Test von Techstage.  ( 7 min )

Im Release 2 stellt der Soverein Cloud Stack die Anschlussfähigkeit an die Gaia-X Föderationsdienste fertig. Sie sollen die Gaia-X-Dienste verknüpfen.  ( 3 min )

Die Non-LTS-Version bringt die zweite Preview für Pattern Matching, UTF-8 als Standardzeichensatz und einen minimalen Webserver für Testing und Debugging.  ( 4 min )

Eine Algorithmusänderung von Apple mache es für Dritt-Apps unmöglich, Herzströme zu messen, so der Hersteller AliveCor. Die Klage gegen Apple wird fortgeführt.  ( 4 min )

Die siebte Auflage der Entwicklerkonferenz rund um das IoT findet wieder vor Ort statt. Wer die Lage vor der Buchung noch beobachtet hat, bekommt weiter Rabatt.  ( 3 min )

AMDs Beschleunigerkarte Instinct MI210 soll in rechenintensiven Aufgaben Nvidias A100 deutlich schlagen und ist laut AMD ab sofort verfügbar.  ( 5 min )

Die Cybergang Sandworm hat ihr Cyclops-Blink-Botnet inzwischen auf Asus-Router angesetzt. Firmware-Updates sollen dem Befall vorbeugen.  ( 3 min )

Die Entwickler des VideoLAN-Projekts erachten den freien AV1-Decoder Dav1d inzwischen als ausgereift genug, um ihn auf den Versionsstand 1.0.0 zu heben.  ( 4 min )

Die neue Online-Konferenzmarke von Spiegel und Heise behandelt Themen wie Führungskompetenz, Zusammenarbeit in Teams sowie hilfreiche Tools und Techniken.  ( 4 min )

Hasskommentare gegen Politiker: Das BKA, die Generalstaatsanwaltschaft Frankfurt und weitere Strafverfolgungsbehörden ermitteln in fast allen Bundesländern.  ( 3 min )

Derzeit untersuchen Microsoft bei Azure DevOps und der Zugriffsmanagement-Dienstleister Okta unberechtigte Server-Zugriffe.  ( 3 min )

Wie sich ein Berater für digitale Bildung leidenschaftlich für die digitale Fortbildung von Lehrkräften einsetzt.  ( 6 min )

Die Webentwicklung von heise online hat ihre Architektur nicht nur im Backend, sondern auch im Frontend auf ein eventbasiertes System umgestellt.  ( 3 min )

Wer die kleine Workstation transportieren will, kann künftig zu einer speziellen Hülle greifen.  ( 4 min )

Moderne Desktop-Anwendungen für Windows 10 und 11 mit Microsofts neuem Grafik-Framework WinUI 3. Noch sind Plätze frei.  ( 3 min )

Eigentlich hatte Apple betont, dass man die Befestigung des neuen Schirms nicht tauschen kann. Auch in Sachen RAM-Ausstattung gibt es Neuigkeiten.  ( 4 min )

Eine neue Firmware-Version schließt unter anderem Sicherheitslücken, durch die angemeldete Nutzer Schadcode hätten ausführen können.  ( 3 min )

Die kurz LMDE5 genannte Distribution steigt auf Debian 11-Fundament ("Bullseye") um und nutzt die aktuelle Version des Cinnamon-Desktops.  ( 4 min )

Russland könnte mit Cyberattacken auch die USA angreifen. Kritische Infrastruktur ist jedoch vielfach im Besitz des Privatsektors. Biden appelliert an Firmen.  ( 4 min )

Claims shell company formed to license mainframe products for reverse engineering IBM is taking legal action against LzLabs, a company specializing in mainframe modernization services, claiming that it has violated IBM's intellectual property rights in relation to its mainframe technology.…  ( 8 min )

'Communicate with Care' baked into orientation for newbies, according to fresh filing in ad search monopoly case The US Department of Justice has accused Google of training staff to issue "false requests for legal advice" that it alleges effectively allowed it to hide documents from the discovery process while it fights off the search monopoly lawsuit launched against it in 2020.…  ( 9 min )

Followed by Switzerland, Canada, and the UK A survey has highlighted the disparity in engineer salaries around the world, with US developers pocketing far more than their British equivalents.…  ( 8 min )

Cloudflare takes no chances, hits the identity reset button The Lapsus$ extortion crew has turned its attention to identity platform Okta and published screenshots purportedly showing the group gaining access to the company's internals.…  ( 8 min )

Ruling says it doesn't disseminate info as widely but some suspect it's because of the app's popularity Meta app's Instagram and Facebook, but not Whatsapp, were found guilty of extremist activity on Monday in Moscow's Tver Court following Meta's decision to allow expressions condoning or encouraging violence towards Russia from within the Ukraine.…  ( 8 min )

Nice work if you can get it – it bagged £322m deal for Test and Trace last year Serco has won a £212m ($278m) contract for disease testing and contract tracing from the UK Health Security Agency, the organisations set up to replace the controversial NHS Test & Trace and doomed Public Health England.…  ( 9 min )

Paid-for subs introduced three years ago now getting attention from Big Red's management services team Oracle has begun to include Java in its software licensing audits as part of a classic move set to catch customers on the fringes of non-compliance and beyond.…  ( 9 min )

We didn't have high hopes for our sacrificial machine but were pleasantly surprised Hands on  How was your weekend? Ours was spent trying to persuade the first Asahi Linux Alpha release to run on some Apple silicon.…  ( 9 min )

£7m Gloucestershire County Council deal the first for RISE with SAP in the UK public sector Gloucestershire County Council (GCC), a public authority in the sleepy west county of England, is preparing for a major upgrade to its ERP system in a project using the so-called "RISE with SAP" program.…  ( 9 min )

One bit of kit using EUI-64 screws up protections – study A single device within an IPv6 home network can reduce the privacy of every computer, handheld, and other gadget on that network, enabling all devices to be tracked around the internet, even those with IPv6 privacy protections.…  ( 11 min )

Several hundred US orgs given classified briefings as critical infrastructure felt to be at risk United States president Joe Biden has revealed "evolving intelligence that the Russian Government is exploring options for potential cyber attacks" and that the risks posed to critical infrastructure are so significant that hundreds of US organizations have been given classified briefings on the matter.…  ( 9 min )

One hopes this won't hike the price of Cu Scientists claim to have found a way to stop copper from oxidizing. If they're right, this could potentially allow copper to replace gold in electronics, leading to lower costs and, ultimately, cheaper components.…  ( 9 min )

Chinese giant expands share buyback program by $10B, Ericsson still working through corruption issues Alibaba has announced that Ericsson CEO Börje Ekholm will retire from its board on March 31, 2022, after almost seven years as an independent director.…  ( 9 min )

Singapore-only release means this is not a major move on the DaaS or VDI markets Alibaba Cloud has brought its palm-sized Wuying cloud client device to Singapore – its first foray outside China.…  ( 8 min )

Plus: Android trojan in 100,000+ app installs, Solaris malware Cybersecurity researchers with Cisco have outlined probable links between the BlackMatter/DarkSide ransomware ring responsible for last year's high-profile raid on the Colonial Pipeline, and an emerging ransomware-as-a-service product dubbed BlackCat.…  ( 10 min )

Sure, licensing is a mess. Management is immature. But packaging and distribution are in good shape Containers may already be your best bet when building and running applications that run in hybrid environments, according to Arun Chandrasekaran, a distinguished vice president and analyst at Gartner.…  ( 8 min )

CEO chats to us about zero trust, data protection, and more Skyhigh Security, formed from the Secure Service Edge (SSE) pieces of McAfee Enterprise and FireEye, today announced its name and data-guarding portfolio. …  ( 8 min )

Arid Gopher sticks its head out from its burrow The folks at Deep Instinct say they have studied a Go-written variant of the malware used by the Arid Viper cyber-crime ring.…  ( 10 min )

He faces conspiracy, laundering, tax evasion charges A now-former Apple employee accused of causing the iGiant to lose more than $10m in a super-scam has been charged with conspiracy, laundering, and tax evasion.…  ( 8 min )

He faces conspiracy, laundering, tax evasion charges A former Apple employee accused of ripping off the iGiant to the tune of more than $10m has been charged with conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud, laundering, and tax evasion.…  ( 8 min )

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov met with North Korea’s ambassador to Russia and discussed developing bilateral relations “in the context of changes happening on the international arena,” the Russian foreign ministry said on Tuesday. The contact took place as Russia faces increasing isolation over its invasion of Ukraine, which […] The post Russia, North Korea discuss developing relations appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The stable was put on fire on March 13, its owner told Censor.Net news website. Most of the 32 horses inside have been killed in the fire. The post Russian military burn down stable in Hostomel near Kyiv, with horses inside. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The roof of the children’s hospital in Severodonetsk caught fire after it was shelled by Russian forces. Seven children and 15 adults were evacuated from the hospital, the State Emergency Service reported on March 22. The post State Emergency Service: Russian occupiers shell children’s hospital in Luhansk Oblast. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Levin’s friend, photographer Markiian Lyseiko, he can’t be reached since March 13 since he traveled to the town of Vyshgorod in Kyiv Oblast to take photographs of the hostilities there. The post Ukrainian photojournalist Maks Levin goes missing outside Kyiv appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russian forces used tear gas against the demonstrators, Suspilne Kherson reported. Unarmed protests against Russian occupation have been held regularly in Kherson since the city fell on March 2. The post Protesters in Russian-occupied Kherson hold rally, attacked with tear gas. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In an address to the Italian parliament, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Italy should freeze Russian assets, impose an embargo on Russian goods and block seaports for Russian vessels. The president also said that the danger to grain exports from Ukraine can cause worldwide hunger. The post Zelensky calls on Italy not to be a ‘resort for murderers.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the report, Ukrainian troops have also destroyed 509 Russian tanks, 1,556 armored vehicles, 252 artillery pieces, 80 multiple rocket launchers, 45 surface-to-air missiles, 99 jets, 123 helicopters and 35 drones. The post Ukraine’s General Staff says 15,300 Russian troops killed since Feb. 24. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In late February, Renault suspended production in Moscow due to a disruption in logistics. On March 22, the company decided to resume operations in the country. Renault is the majority owner of AvtoVaz, Russia’s largest car manufacturer famous for the Lada brand. The post Reuters: French automaker Renault resumes production in Moscow. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Vasyl Lomachenko was scheduled to fight with Australian boxing champion George Kambosos in Melbourne on June 5. According to Kambosos’ promoter Lou DiBella, the fight is off because  Lomachenko decided to stay in Ukraine and has joined a Territorial Defense unit to protect his country. “We have nothing but the […] The post Lomachenko cancels championship bout due to Russian invasion. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine must be told will the country be admitted to NATO soon.  “There are NATO countries that want to guarantee our security but cannot give us membership in the alliance unfortunately. But they’re ready to do what (NATO) would do if we were members of […] The post Zelensky says NATO countries can guarantee Ukraine’s security. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Buildings near Malyn were shelled by Russian troops on March 21, Ukraine’s Emergency Situations Service said on March 22. The post Russia shells Zhytomyr Oblast, 3 houses destroyed, 10 damaged. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Kryvy Rih Mayor Oleksandr Vilkul said on March 22 that the town of Zelenodolsk and the village of Mala Kostromka in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast had been shelled using Grad multiple rocket launchers. Residential buildings were damaged as a result The post Russian troops shell town near Kryvyi Rih. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Vladyslav Atroshenko said in an interview with LB.ua news website on March 22, that there are approximately 130,000 people remaining in the city. Before the all-out war, that number was close to 285,000. He said that Chernihiv is now dealing with a shortage of doctors and those qualified to repair […] The post Mayor of Chernihiv estimates over half of the population has left since start of the war. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Deputy Head of the Kyiv City Administration Mykola Povoroznyk said on March 21 that, of the babies born, 427 are boys and 380 are girls. The post Over 800 babies born in Kyiv since Russia’s all-out war in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

This is slightly larger than the size of Scotland. The Ukrainian De-miners Association reported the preliminary number on March 21 and said that the contaminated areas will be subject to humanitarian de-mining after the war. The post Preliminary estimates of mined areas in Ukraine at least 82,525 square kilometres. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In an interview with Ukrinform news agency on March 21, Deputy Head of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine Roman Prymush said the numbers reflect houses damaged since February 24. These figures do not include houses damaged in the temporarily-occupied territories or that could not be assessed due to risk […] The post Russian forces completely destroy 651, partially damage almost 4,000 homes since beginning of full-scale invasion of Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Sirens have been activated in the Sumy, Mykolaiv, Ternopil, Poltava, Kirovohrad, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Zakarpattya, Chernivtsi, Dnipropetrovsk, Rivne, Volyn, Cherkasy, Khmelnytsky, Odesa oblasts and cities of Kyiv, Sloviansk and Kramatorsk. The post Air raid alerts sound in almost every region of Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

A senior U.S. official said on March 21 that while the frequency of military aircraft sorties by Russia has increased, it has still not achieved aerial supremacy. While Ukrainian military aircraft sorties have also increased, numbers have not been disclosed. The post Russia completes 300 aircraft sorties over Ukraine in 24 hours. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Satellite imagery from Maxar Technologies on March 21 shows fires due to military strikes in the northern Ukrainian city of Irpin, including near government, residential, and school buildings. It was previously reported that the Dnipro River was flooding the Irpin River basin, but it is unclear how it began. The post Satellite imagery shows fires, flooding from Irpin River. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

EU Foreign Affairs Chief Josep Borrell instead announced on March 21 that plans were underway for the EU Rapid Deployment Capacity, which could allow the bloc to “swiftly deploy up to 5,000 troops” to address various crises. The post EU declines creation of ‘European army.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Toronto Mayor John Tory said on March 20 that he hopes everyone who walks into the Russian consulate is reminded of “the atrocity of what is going on with this illegal, murderous invasion.” He said the mounted sign is a symbol of Toronto’s solidarity with Ukraine and Ukrainian-Canadians. The post Toronto renames area in front of Russian consulate ‘Free Ukraine Square.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said on March 21 that UralVagonZavod, Russian machine building company, and the Chelyabinsk Tractor Plant have halted operations due to problems with the supply of foreign parts. The companies specialize in heavy-duty mechanics, including the repair of tanks and armored vehicles. The post Russian companies specializing in tank repair suspend operations due to supply shortages. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

An investigation published on March 21 by Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny’s Anti-Corruption Foundation claims that the Scheherazade yacht docked at the western Italian port of Marina di Carrara is most likely owned by Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. The investigation revealed that many of the crew members are Russian and […] The post $700 million superyacht is linked to Putin, says Navalny’s team. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported on March 21 that “the Ukrainian flag was raised over the town of Makariv” and Russian forces have been pushed back. Makariv is located 60 kilometres west from Kyiv. The post Ukrainian troops liberate Makariv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

U.K. Air Vice-Marshall Mick Smeath said that the hypersonic missile launched into western Ukraine on March 19 is “unlikely to materially affect the outcome of Russia’s campaign in Ukraine.” Similarly, U.S. President Joe Biden said the missile was launched because Putin’s “back is against the wall.” The post US, UK say Putin used hypersonic missile to ‘detract from stalled invasion.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto on March 21 condemned EU sanctions on Russian energy, according to Hirado news agency, saying it “threatens the security of energy supply to Hungary.” He also spoke out against sending peacekeepers to Ukraine and the establishment of a no-fly zone, citing the risk of war. The post Hungary opposes no-fly zone over Ukraine, embargo on Russian energy. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said on March 21 that the U.S. is undergoing “active consultations” with other nations to provide Ukraine with weapons that they are “comfortable using.” The post Pentagon: US, other nations discuss provision of ‘long-range air defense’ to Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Two United Nations agencies, UNICEF and UNHCR, have set up “Blue Dot Centers”, which are “one-stop safe spaces for children and women,” at various places along Ukraine’s border in neighboring countries. More than 500 unaccompanied children were identified crossing from Ukraine into Romania alone from February 24 to March 17. […] The post UN sets up safe spaces along Ukrainian border. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

ELTA, the state-owned provider of postal services in Greece, has disclosed a ransomware incident detected on Sunday that is still keeping most of the organizations services offline. [...]  ( 3 min )

Given that passwords have had such unprecedented longevity, it would seem that password security best practices would be refined to the point of perfection. Even so, Specops Software's first annual Weak Password Report has yielded some interesting results that may cause you to rethink the way that your organization manages passwords. [...]  ( 5 min )

HP has published security advisories for three critical-severity vulnerabilities affecting hundreds of its LaserJet Pro, Pagewide Pro, OfficeJet, Enterprise, Large Format, and DeskJet printer models. [...]  ( 3 min )

Moscow-based meat producer and distributor Miratorg Agribusiness Holding has suffered a major cyberattack that encrypted its IT systems, according to a report from Rosselkhoznadzor - the Russian federal veterinary and phytosanitary supervision service. [...]  ( 4 min )

Okta, a leading provider of authentication services and Identity and access management (IAM) solutions says it is investigating claims of data breach. [...]  ( 3 min )

The Lapsus$ hacking group claims to have leaked the source code for Bing, Cortana, and other projects stolen from Microsoft's internal Azure DevOps server. [...]  ( 4 min )

In this shorter series of articles, we highlight design patterns, techniques, and strategies to design better digital interfaces. You can also learn much more in [“Smart Interface Design Patterns”](https://smart-interface-design-patterns.com/), a 6h-video course with 100s of hand-picked examples, curated by Vitaly. [Check a free preview](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSP5oR9g-ss).  ( 4 min )

Die Cybergang Sandworm hat ihr Cyclops-Blink-Botnet inzwischen auf Asus-Router angesetzt. Firmware-Updates sollen dem Befall vorbeugen.  ( 3 min )

Eine neue Firmware-Version schließt unter anderem Sicherheitslücken, durch die angemeldete Nutzer Schadcode hätten ausführen können.  ( 3 min )

In the early days of the war, new calls for him to leave the capital came every 10-20 minutes, Zelensky said in a new interview to Suspilne, a Ukrainian public broadcaster. The post Zelensky: ‘Everyone was insisting that I must leave Kyiv.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk, seven out of eight corridors worked out as planned; 3,000 people evacuated from Mariupol, a 400,000-city besieged by Russians. The post 8,057 people evacuate using humanitarian corridors on March 21. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The prisoners, presumably captive Ukrainian soldiers, will be up for prisoner exchanges, according to Russia’s ombudsman Tetiana Moskalkova. The post Russian authorities claim they have 500 Ukrainian prisoners of war. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

EU’s top diplomat Josep Borrell told reporters that Russia is violating “the laws of war” ahead of a foreign ministers’ meeting in Brussels to discuss additional sanctions on Moscow. “What’s happening in Mariupol is a massive war crime, destroying everything, bombarding and killing everybody in an indiscriminate manner,” he said. The post Borrell: Russia guilty of ‘massive war crime’ in Mariupol. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

It is according to the analysis based on satellite images and published by Radio Free Europe. The post Russia is attacking Ukraine using 40 airfields in western Russia, Belarus and annexed Crimea. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Mariupol city council said that two families evacuating by cars from the besieged city were shot at by the Russian forces. At least two children have been wounded and are in serious condition. Besides the cars, 20 buses with people left the city on March 21. The post Mariupol authorities: Russian invaders fire at cars evacuating children. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In February, the man posted a video showing Ukrainian military vehicles parked near the shopping mall in northern Kyiv. On March 20, Russians shelled and destroyed the mall, killing 4 people. The post Authorities detain Kyiv man for sharing footage of Ukrainian military on TikTok appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

President Volodymyr Zelensky said that the decisions on issues such as security guarantees and the occupied territories of Donbas will be put up on an all-Ukrainian referendum. He added that the security guarantees that are currently being discussed involve changes in Ukraine’s constitution and legislation, implying that Ukraine might be […] The post Zelensky: Compromises with Russia will be decided by national referendum. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Boris Romantschenko, 96, who survived the Nazi Holocaust during World War II has been killed during shelling in his apartment block in the eastern city of Kharkiv. The Buchenwald and Mittelbau-Dora Memorials Foundation said it was “deeply disturbed” by Romantschenko’s death and said he had “worked intensely on the memory […] The post Russian shelling kills Holocaust survivor in Kharkiv appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russia has withdrawn from negotiations with Japan on peace treaty and frozen joint economic projects related to the disputed Kuril Islands over sanctions imposed by Tokyo, Moscow’s Foreign Ministry said. The two countries have not formally ended World War II hostilities due to the standoff over the islands known in […] The post Russia halts Kuril Islands treaty talks with Japan over sanctions appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Mykhailo Pinchuk, Owner of Ukraine’s XII Months Zoo,  asked for a green corridor because the blown-up bridge has left the institution isolated and there is not enough food to feed the animals. He said that humanitarian aid has not reached the zoo and emphasized that all 300 animals “are doomed” […] The post Zoo asks for assistance as animals ‘slowly dying’ under occupation. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Azov regiment Captain Svyatoslav Palamar told CNN that the besieged port city continues to suffer heavy bombardment. Mariupol has been encircled by Russian troops since early March. Some 300,000 residents are still trapped in the city, cut off from electricity, water, gas, mobile network, food and medicine supplies. On March […] The post Azov: ‘bombs falling every 10 minutes’ in Mariupol.  appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

A Russian missile strike reduced Kyiv’s Retroville shopping mall to a smoldering ruin, killing at least eight people in one of the most powerful explosions yet seen in the capital. The strike occurred in the northern part of Kyiv around 11 p.m. on March 20, flattening one part of the […] The post At least 8 killed by Russian missile attack on Kyiv shopping mall (PHOTOS) appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 3 min )

According to Kherson media outlet Most, Russian troops opened fire and threw stun grenades at unarmed protestors in the downtown of occupied Kherson. Those injured were taken to hospital by ambulance, the media reports. The post Russia fires at protesters in occupied Kherson, injuries reported. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

RUSANIV, Kyiv Oblast — Ukrainian emergency response workers dig into the fresh soil by a riverbank.  “Careful,” they tell each other. “Just like that. Remove the upper layer bit by bit.”  Every strike of the spade unearths new items in the moist dirt. Parts of cloth tatters, boot bottoms, traces […] The post How ​​Ukraine swaps living soldiers for dead Russians appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 6 min )

The post China to provide $1.57 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal says the government will provide internally displaced persons with a monthly subsidy of Hr 2,000 ($67). An additional Hr 3,000 ($100) will be provided for every child forced to relocate inside Ukraine. The post Shmyhal: Ukrainian refugees to receive a monthly subsidy. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said that the EU must understand that more refugees from Ukraine will move across the border. According to the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, 10 million people are currently displaced “inside the country, or as refugees abroad.” The post Baerbock: EU must prepare for 8 million Ukrainian refugees. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the Foreign Ministry, 2,389 children from Russian-controlled Donbas were “illegally deported” to Russia. “The facts of abduction of children, as well as other facts of crimes of the Russian occupiers against civilians in Ukraine, are being investigated by law enforcement agencies,” the ministry reported. The post Ukraine accuses Russia of kidnapping children from occupied Donbas appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Manolis Androulakis evacuated the besieged southeastern Ukrainian port city on March 15. He said that the city was joining the ranks of places known for having been destroyed in wars of the past. “I don’t need to name them — they are Guernica, Coventry, Aleppo, Grozny, Leningrad.” The post Greek diplomat after returning from Mariupol: ‘What I saw, I hope no one will ever see.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Zhytomyr Oblast Governor Vitalii Bunechko, three soldiers and one civilian were killed in the Selets village in what was likely Russia’s first attack on Zhytomyr Oblast with Grads. The post Russia attacks Zhytomyr Oblast with Grad rocket launchers, 4 people killed. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Annalena Baerbock has accused Russia of war crimes and said the EU would increase its assistance to 1 billion euros ($1.1 billion) to help Ukraine defend itself. The post German foreign minister: EU will increase military aid to Ukraine to $1.1 billion. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the government app’s press service, more than 178,000 Ukrainians donated for the cause. All funds are transferred to the Come Back Alive charity that provides Ukraine’s military with equipment, personal body protection, and other supplies. The post Ukrainians raise $5.6 million for the military through Diia app. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Unnamed senior U.S. officials cited by the Wall Street Journal said that the Kremlin’s new strategy is to secure key territorial objectives in Ukraine’s east and south and push the Ukrainian government to accept neutrality between Russia and the West. The post WSJ: Russia shifts to ‘Plan B’ after blitzkrieg victory failure. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Stores, pharmacies, and gas stations will be closed. “Only vehicles with special permits can move around the city,” Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said. The post New curfew in Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast will last from 8 p.m. on March 21 until 7 a.m. on March 23. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 2 min )

According to Serhiy Bratchuk, spokesman for the Odesa Oblast Military Administration, several buildings were damaged. No casualties have been reported yet. The post Russian warships shell residential buildings in Odesa. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As of 10:30 a.m. on March 21, Ukraine’s military have also reported destroying 1,535 armored personnel carriers, 498 tanks, 969 vehicles, 240 artillery pieces, 45 anti-aircraft warfare systems, 80 launch rocket systems, 97 planes, 121 helicopters, 60 fuel tanks, 13 special equipment, 24 UAV, and 3 boats. The post Ukraine’s military: Over 15,000 Russian troops killed since Feb. 24. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Following the early morning shelling of the Sumykhimprom chemical plant, one ammonia tank was damaged resulting in a leak that the State Emergency Service called insignificant. Rescuers said it posed no danger to locals. The post State Emergency Service: Ammonia leak in Sumy insignificant. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

“Despite the continued lack of progress, Kyiv remains Russia’s primary military objective,” the ministry said, adding that “heavy fighting continues north of Kyiv.” The post UK Defense Ministry: Russia likely to prioritize encircling Kyiv over the coming weeks. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Rivne Oblast Governor Vitaliy Koval confirmed on March 20 that Russian forces hit the city’s military training grounds with two missiles. There is no information on casualties yet. The city of Rivne is located 300 km west of Kyiv. The post Missiles strike Rivne’s all-military training grounds. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In an interview with CNN on March 20, U.S. Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield was asked if the US would support Poland’s upcoming proposal for a NATO peacekeeping mission to Ukraine. The ambassador reasserted President Biden’s stance that American soldiers would not be sent into Ukraine. She added that […] The post US reaffirms it will not send troops to Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on March 21 the funds would be directed to a NATO Trust Fund that supplies fuel, communication equipment, and first aid kits to Ukrainian forces. New Zealand will also provide Ukraine with surplus tactical equipment. The post New Zealand to provide additional $3.4 million, non-lethal military assistance to Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, rescuers are working to extinguish the fire caused by an attack on Retroville shopping mall and surrounding buildings late on March 20. Additional information on casualties is being confirmed. The post Update: four dead following shelling of Kyiv shopping mall, residential district. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Oleksandr Starukh, governor of Zaporizhzhia Oblast, in a televised interview with Ukrinform news agency on March 21 said that the stolen ships were carrying tens of thousands of tons of grain. Eyewitnesses say the ships were stolen by Russian tugboats. The post Russians steal five grain carriers from Berdyansk port. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

U.S. Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield said during CNN’s “State of the Union” on March 20 that Russia has not “leaned into any possibility for a negotiated and diplomatic solution.” U.S. President Joe Biden will travel to Europe on March 25 to discuss Russia’s “unjustified and unprovoked” war on […] The post US not optimistic about negotiated end to war in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

News website “The Outlook. News about Belarus” reported via Telegram on March 20 that the affected banks are the Development Bank of Belarus, Belagroprombank, and Dabrabyt Bank. The post Three Belarusian banks subject to EU sanctions, disconnected from SWIFT. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In a statement on March 20, U.S. Press Secretary Jen Psaki announced that U.S. President Joe Biden will travel to Poland to speak with Polish President Andrzej Duda on March 25. Discussions will focus on how to respond to the “humanitarian and human rights crisis that Russia’s unjustified and unprovoked […] The post Biden to meet with Polish counterpart in Poland next week. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Franak Vyachorka, senior adviser to Belarus opposition leader Sviatlana Tsihanouskaya and one of the leaders of a youth wing of Belarus Popular Front, said people within Belarus have been damaging Russian equipment, destroying railways and handing out leaflets to Belarusian troops as they try to prevent the Belarus army’s participation […] The post Belarusian ‘guerillas’ attempt to prevent Belarus from invading Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The governor of Sumy Oblast Dmytro Zhyvytsky said on March 21 that ammonia leaked from Sumykhimprom chemical plant at 4:30 a.m. local time as a result of Russian airstrike. Ammonia is a colourless, pungent, and toxic gas that is fatal in high concentrations. The affected area is estimated to be […] The post Ammonia leaks from Sumy chemical plant. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Chinese Ambassador to the U.S. Qin Gang said in an interview with CBS on March 20 that China would “do everything to de-escalate the crisis.” He said that China was sending humanitarian aid to Ukraine and that “condemnation [of Russia’s actions] doesn’t solve the problem,” but that “good diplomacy” is […] The post China denies sending weapons, ammunition to support Russia’s war against Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to protest-monitoring group OVD-Info, 936 people were arrested across 37 Russian cities on March 21. The total number of detainees in Russia since February 24 exceeds 15,000 people. The post Over 900 people detained during anti-war protests in Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Swiss President Ignazio Cassis said at a rally in Bern that he hopes the “guns would soon fall silent” and that Switzerland was prepared to mediate or host negotiations. Cassis will visit the Polish-Ukrainian border on March 21. The post Switzerland ready to hold talks between Ukraine and Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Jansa said via Twitter on March 20 that the diplomats to return would be volunteers, citing Ukraine’s need for “direct diplomatic support.” The post Slovenia to send diplomats back to Kyiv, urges EU to do the same. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Governor of Sumy Oblast Dmytro Zhyvytsky made the announcement in a video address on Facebook on March 20. He also said that shelling has continued in the Sumy region. The post Several Russian planes fly through Sumy, “deep into Ukraine.” appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukraine’s State Emergency Service said on Telegram on March 20 that rescue services are putting out a fire that has started on several floors of the shopping mall and parking lot due to the Russian shelling in Kyiv’s Podil district. Information on casualties has not yet been confirmed. The post Kyiv Retroville shopping mall, cars catch fire after shelling. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba stated on March 20 that the sanctions target major companies that have yet to leave Russia, specifically Danone, Nestle, and Unilever, as well as companies that allow Russia to manufacture missiles and other munitions. The post Kuleba: New sanctions against Russia to be announced next week. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk responded to Russia’s demand stating that surrender is not an option. A letter from Russia’s Defense Ministry on March 20 said it would only establish a humanitarian corridor if Mariupol surrenders. Ukraine demands that Russian forces allow safe passage immediately. The post Ukraine rejects Russia’s demand to surrender Mariupol. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Plus: FTC orders model destruction In brief  Tesla reportedly fired an employee after he uploaded videos to YouTube critiquing the automaker's autonomous driving software.…  ( 9 min )

Hashed text messages, phone call logs collected without opt-out nor notice Google's Messages and Dialer apps for Android devices have been collecting and sending data to Google without specific notice and consent, and without offering the opportunity to opt-out, potentially in violation of Europe's data protection law.…  ( 10 min )

Biz claims ultra-composable server platform is future-proof Supermicro’s new "Universal GPU" servers, announced on Monday, is as equal-opportunity as silicon tech can get – it does not discriminate on CPUs, GPUs, storage, and networking technologies.…  ( 7 min )

If boasts are legit, Windows giant will join Nvidia, Samsung, others as victims The Lapsus$ extortion gang briefly alleged over the weekend it had compromised Microsoft.…  ( 8 min )

Ten-year deal goes ahead after rival Leidos withdraws bid protest General Dynamics, a top US aerospace and defense company, won a ten-year contract to revamp America's National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency's cloud infrastructure in a deal worth up to a whopping $4.5bn.…  ( 7 min )

Bigger changes are afoot in the next release, too A significant rewrite of the Linux kernel's random-number generator is underway, making Linux-based cryptography more secure – especially when running in VMs.…  ( 8 min )

Memory and storage maker skips over Intel this time Micron Technology is now using AMD's newly announced third-generation Epyc server CPUs to power most of its high-demand applications for designing memory and storage chips.…  ( 7 min )

Don't wanna buy the latest stuff? Here's your watermark Those running Windows 11 on unsupported hardware are getting an update, though not the kind that low-end hardware and VM users might be hoping for.…  ( 8 min )

Canonical purportedly seeking expert who can remember high school A copy of a letter sent to an applicant – which they say is for a lead role at Ubuntu developer Canonical – went viral over the weekend, giving some insight into the Linux outfit's apparently extremely lengthy questionaire processes.…  ( 8 min )

Alternative sought after firm boycotts Russian rockets over Ukraine invasion OneWeb will resume construction of its communications satellite constellation courtesy of SpaceX's rockets.…  ( 7 min )

Critical vulnerability may have allowed an attacker to escalate local privileges Users of Western Digital's EdgeRover app for Windows and Mac are advised to download an updated version to avoid a security flaw that might allow an attacker unauthorized access to directories and files.…  ( 7 min )

Conceptually. It's OEMs who'll do the work, and you'll just have to trust them There's a new proposal on eliminating passwords, but it relies on putting a lot of security eggs into OEM security baskets. …  ( 8 min )

Plus: Security teams burning out, more Conti leaks analysis, and Log4j still plagues enterprises In Brief  US federal agencies have warned of possible threats to local and international satellite communication (SATCOM) networks that could affect customers.…  ( 10 min )

Ransomware affiliates threaten to publish stolen data or launch DDoS attacks if victims don’t pay A ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group that has been around since last summer is targeting critical infrastructure in the United States, according to federal law enforcement agencies.…  ( 9 min )

Too bad they don't help customers achieve a position on compliance Oracle-verified third-party tools for software asset management are being used by Big Red to save time and effort conducting software audits, even though they do not offer users a compliance position.…  ( 8 min )

Milan-X: A major cache infusion for AMD's role in technical computing AMD has announced its latest, pricier EPYC server CPUs, codenamed "Milan-X", to extend the chipmaker's lead over Intel for technical computing applications. The key to the appeal is driven by a massive amount of cache fused in, a major jump for HPC and other demanding areas.…  ( 11 min )

Warn users there's no E2EE when using it via the browser, DPIA tells institutions Hot on the heels of Microsoft's report card from the Dutch department of Justice and Security comes news of rival messaging platform Zoom receiving a nod via a renewed Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA).…  ( 9 min )

'Their solution? Do nothing, then brick their customer's £400 printer' Epson's ReadyPrint subscription-based printing service is designed to take the hassle out of printing but its not working as intended, at least not for everyone.…  ( 9 min )

Asks firm to 'open up the books' so it can examine Arm's 'true financial situation' One of Britain's largest unions, Unite, is calling on chip designer Arm's management to pause the current redundancy process and "open up the books" for closer inspection to reveal the company's "true" financial health.…  ( 8 min )

MS craves extra revenue, but ad pipelines in the OS are hostages to fortune Opinion  Queen Elizabeth I is said to have expressed her attitude to her subjects' private beliefs by noting: "I do not seek to open windows to men's souls." Microsoft Windows 11 has few such qualms. A new feature,accidentally enabled in an Insider build, not only opened a channel between the company and the quintessential tool, File Explorer, it then stuffed it with adverts.…  ( 10 min )

When a software update reveals what you really think Who, Me?  A Register reader is tripped up by the curse of software updates decades before Patch Tuesday was a twinkle in Microsoft's eye. Some things never change. Welcome to Who, Me?…  ( 9 min )

Indian services giant says taking back cash did not violate employment laws – union begs to differ Indian IT services giant HCL Technologies has told India's Labour Commissioner that its controversial decision to recover bonuses paid to staff who later resigned was not illegal.…  ( 9 min )

Owners of Macs running M1 silicon now have a a native – but rough – Linux to test Asahi Linux – the most prominent effort to create a Linux distribution for Apple's M1 silicon – has loosed what project lead Hector Martin has described as "a very early alpha release."…  ( 9 min )

One screen sits above the keyboard, another is where you'd expect to find it. And we think you'll find a use for both Desktop Tourism  PCs and alternative devices have increasingly diversified into myriad and marvelous forms, so I've decided that in 2022 I'll use a different one each month and share the experience.…  ( 11 min )

Shenzhen still restricts movement and crowds, so supply chains may still splutter The Chinese city of Shenzhen, widely billed as the tech manufacturing capital of the world, has relaxed its COVID-19 restrictions in ways the city government expects will allow industrial production to resume.…  ( 8 min )

A new BitRAT malware distribution campaign is underway, exploiting users looking to activate pirated Windows OS versions for free using unofficial Microsoft license activators. [...]  ( 4 min )

A malicious Android app that steals Facebook credentials has been installed over 100,000 times via the Google Play Store, with the app still available to download. [...]  ( 5 min )

A Windows local privilege escalation zero-day vulnerability that Microsoft has failed to fully address for several months now, allows users to gain administrative privileges in Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server. [...]  ( 4 min )

Threat actors are abusing the popular Chocolatey Windows package manager in a new phishing campaign to install new 'Serpent' backdoor malware on systems of French government agencies and large construction firms. [...]  ( 4 min )

Microsoft says they are investigating claims that the Lapsus$ data extortion hacking group breached their internal Azure DevOps source code repositories and stolen data. [...]  ( 4 min )

A Ukrainian security researcher has leaked newer malware source code from the Conti ransomware operation in revenge for the cybercriminals siding with Russia on the invasion of Ukraine. [...]  ( 4 min )

A Ukrainian security researcher has leaked newer malware source code from the Conti ransomware operation in revenge for the cybercriminals siding with Russia on the invasion of Ukraine. [...]  ( 4 min )

iMessage, iCloud, Apple Music und andere Dienste waren Montagabend teilweise oder ganz unerreichbar. Offenbar waren auch interne Systeme betroffen.  ( 4 min )

Auf Geräten mit Android TV respektive Google TV sind keine Käufe mehr in Apples Videoladen möglich. Das soll vermutlich Provisionszahlungen an Google vermeiden.  ( 4 min )

Die Videoplattform TikTok hat für Nutzer in Russland sämtliche nicht-russische Inhalte geblockt, ohne diesen Schritt zuvor anzukündigen.  ( 3 min )

WW International (früher Weight Watchers) muss nicht nur illegal erhobene Daten, sondern auch damit trainierte Algorithmen vernichten.  ( 3 min )

Nach dem Überfall Russlands auf die Ukraine will Bundesfinanzminister Christian Lindner TTIP wiederbeleben. Wirtschaftsminister Robert Habeck hält davon nichts.  ( 5 min )

Der US-Konzern Meta wurde in Russland zur "extremistischen Organisation" erklärt. Mehrere Angebote sind bereits blockiert. WhatsApp soll aber nutzbar bleiben.  ( 3 min )

Angreifer könnten aus der Ferne Sicherungsmaßnahmen umgehen und so bei der Anmeldung Administratorrechte an IBM Spectrum Protect Server erlangen.  ( 3 min )

Ab sofort können sich Experten mit Vorträgen und Workshops für die Vor-Ort-Konferenzen zu den Themen Continuous Delivery, DevOps und Containerisierung bewerben.  ( 4 min )

AMDs neue Serverprozessoren Epyc 7773X, 7573X, 7473X und 7373X mit 768 MByte L3-Cache sind nun verfügbar und sollen einige Programme stark beschleunigen.  ( 5 min )

In dieser Podcast-Folge sprechen Dominique und Tim darüber, wie man als Product Owner das eigene Produkt erfolgreich an Nachfolger:innen übergeben kann.  ( 2 min )

Der Entwickler des npm-Pakets node-ipc.js hat als Protest gegen den Ukraine-Krieg Schadcode ergänzt. Es wird als Abhängigkeit etwa von Vue.js mit installiert.  ( 4 min )

Die heise-Security-Konferenz kommt wieder vor Ort: Ende Juni in Köln und in Stuttgart – und einen Online-Termin gibt es ebenfalls wieder.  ( 3 min )

Asahi Linux bringt einen kompletten Linux-Desktop auf M1-Macs. Bei der Hardwareunterstützung gibt es allerdings noch Lücken.  ( 3 min )

Apple lässt alle A- und M-Chips bislang von TSMC in dessen Heimat fertigen. Doch was, wenn sich die geopolitische Lage verschärft?  ( 4 min )

Ein Sicherheitsupdate für Western Digitals Datenverwaltungsanwendung EdgeRover sperrt Angreifer aus.  ( 3 min )

Apple verlötet den SSD-Speicher seiner Workstation nicht – und bringt sogar zwei Ports. Das Herankommen ist zudem relativ einfach.  ( 4 min )

Mit Open-Source-Tools wie git, dvc und MLflow einen modernen Entwickler-Stack für Machine Learning aufsetzen: Online-Kurs an vier Vormittagen. Noch Plätze frei.  ( 3 min )

Der neue Bildschirm kommt mit einem A13-Chip aus dem iPhone 11 – und nutzt offenbar eine "Headless"-Version des iPhone-OS. Usern hilft das derzeit noch wenig.  ( 4 min )

Continuous Integration und Continuous Delivery mit der Entwicklungsplattform GitLab managen. Im c’t-Workshop lernen und üben Sie alles dafür nötige.  ( 3 min )

Mobbing, Stalking, Bedrohungen und Hass spielen im Internet eine gravierende Rolle. Das ist nicht nur ein Thema für die Polizei, sondern auch für Unbeteiligte.  ( 4 min )

Seit Dezember kann man in Deutschland seine Internetgeschwindigkeit vermessen und die Kosten gegebenenfalls mindern lassen. Das wird fleißig wahrgenommen.  ( 5 min )

Der "Runde Tisch Reparatur" will das Recht auf Reparatur stärken. Der Bundesregierung hat die Initiative 13 konkrete Forderungen vorgelegt.  ( 6 min )

You may not use XHTML (anymore), but when you write HTML, you may be more influenced by XHTML than you think. You are very likely writing HTML, the XHTML way. What is the XHTML way of writing HTML, and what … Write HTML, the HTML Way (Not the XHTML Way) originally published on CSS-Tricks. You should get the newsletter.  ( 5 min )

Angreifer könnten aus der Ferne Sicherungsmaßnahmen umgehen und so bei der Anmeldung Administratorrechte an IBM Spectrum Protect Server erlangen.  ( 3 min )

Der Entwickler des npm-Pakets node-ipc.js hat als Protest gegen den Ukraine-Krieg Schadcode ergänzt. Es wird als Abhängigkeit etwa von Vue.js mit installiert.  ( 4 min )

Ein Sicherheitsupdate für Western Digitals Datenverwaltungsanwendung EdgeRover sperrt Angreifer aus.  ( 3 min )

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The Download: Activists are targeting Russians with open-source ‘protestware’ The news: The largest bank in Russia has warned its users to stop updating any software due to the threat of “protestware,” open source software…  ( 4 min )

Russia’s biggest bank has warned its users to stop updating software due to the threat of “protestware”: open-source software projects whose authors have altered their code in opposition to Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine.  Most of the protestware simply displays anti-war, pro-Ukrainian messages when it is run, but at least one project had malicious code added…  ( 4 min )

CSS Custom Properties can be used for far more than just color, and their values update in realtime, both via display mode updates and JavaScript logic. This is powerful stuff. Eric explains how modern CSS is a powerful piece of assistive technology that can thread into it to create flexible, maintainable and adaptive digital experiences.  ( 8 min )

A novel phishing technique called browser-in-the-browser (BitB) attack can be exploited to simulate a browser window within the browser in order to spoof a legitimate domain, thereby making it possible to stage convincing phishing attacks. According to penetration tester and security researcher, who goes by the handle mrd0x_, the method takes advantage of third-party single sign-on (SSO) options  ( 3 min )

Researchers have exposed a new targeted email campaign aimed at French entities in the construction, real estate, and government sectors that leverages the Chocolatey Windows package manager to deliver a backdoor called Serpent on compromised systems. Enterprise security firm Proofpoint attributed the attacks to a likely advanced threat actor based on the tactics and the victimology patterns  ( 3 min )

Social engineering attacks leveraging a combination of romantic lures and cryptocurrency fraud have been luring unsuspecting victims into installing fake apps by taking advantage of legitimate iOS features like TestFlight and Web Clips. Cybersecurity company Sophos, which has named the organized crime campaign "CryptoRom," characterized it as a wide-ranging global scam. "This style of  ( 3 min )

Luxury hotels in the Chinese special administrative region of Macau were the target of a malicious spear-phishing campaign from the second half of November 2021 and through mid-January 2022. Cybersecurity firm Trellix attributed the campaign with moderate confidence to a suspected South Korean advanced persistent threat (APT) tracked as DarkHotel, building on research previously published by  ( 3 min )

Linus Torvalds suggests version 5.18 will be a little larger, hopefully also warm, fuzzy, low-drama Linus Torvalds has released version 5.17 of the Linux kernel.…  ( 8 min )

Users of VK have received messages from the social network’s official account informing them of the true casualties and impact of Russia’s war against Ukraine, according to screenshots posted online. The message also states that all user information has been accessed and those who support the war will be punished. The post Russian social media VK allegedly hacked, spreads truth about war in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk, only four out of seven agreed-upon humanitarian corridors were able to carry out evacuations. The post 7,295 people evacuated from hot spots on March 20. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Russian media RIA Novosti, Russia’s defense ministry said the Ukrainian authorities must surrender the city by 5 a.m. on March 21. In exchange, Russia claims that it will open humanitarian corridors for civilians and disarmed Ukrainian soldiers. The post Russian invaders demand that Ukraine surrenders Mariupol. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, the recent attack might have damaged several buildings and the Retroville shopping mall. The post Several explosions heard in Kyiv’s Podil district. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Russia has reached an agreement with Libya’s military commander Khalifa Haftar during his visit to Moscow to recruit Libyan mercenaries for fighting on Russia’s side in Ukraine. The post Ukraine: Russia reaches agreement on hiring Libyan mercenaries. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrainian troops have destroyed 12 Russian tanks, nine infantry fighting vehicles, three vehicles, a Su-34 jet, and a helicopter on the front lines in Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts alone on Sunday. The post Ukraine’s military: 170 Russian troops killed in Donbas on March 20. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

On 26 February 2022, Ukraine instituted proceedings against the Russian Federation before the International Court of Justice in The Hague and requested that certain provisional measures be rendered to protect the rights of Ukraine in view of the all-out brutal and unprovoked military invasion of Ukraine launched by Russia two days earlier. […] The post Eugene Czolij: UN members must help enforce ICJ decision regarding Russia appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 3 min )

According to Ukraine’s Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova, Estonia, Lithuania, Germany, Poland, Slovakia, and Sweden have opened criminal cases concerning Russia’s war crimes. Ukraine is working alongside these countries to exchange “information and evidence.” The post Six European countries begin investigating Russian war crimes. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

“One can keep asking why we can’t get weapons from you, or why Israel hasn’t imposed strong sanctions against Russia,” Zelensky said. “The answer is up to you,” he added, “and you will have to live with it.” The post Zelensky calls on Israel’s support in address to its authorities, citizens. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The March 20 air strike in the Korosten district of Zhytomyr Oblast also injured at least three people, according to the State Emergency Service. Fires have been extinguished by local rescue workers. The post Russian air strike damages 13 buildings in Zhytomyr Oblast. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the U.S. military think tank, Russian troops have failed to reach their objectives, resulting in a stalemate. Russian forces will now dig in on the outskirts of Kyiv and other areas and attempt to strengthen control over the territories they occupy. The post Institute for the Study of War: Russian campaign to capture big Ukrainian cities has failed. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

“I am appalled by Russian atrocities in Mariupol, including attacks on schools sheltering civilians and the abduction and deportation of Ukrainians,” Liz Truss wrote on Twitter. “Putin is resorting to desperate measures as he is not achieving his objectives.” The post UK foreign minister: Russia resorting to desperate attacks in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Six days after a Russian missile destroyed their homes, residents of one nine-story apartment building in Kyiv’s northern district Obolon are back to the site of the tragedy. It’s a short visit as the building is falling apart and it’s dangerous to stay for long. Despite the risks, people come […] The post Residents of building hit by Russian missile come to ruins of their homes appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 4 min )

According to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Russian army’s 6th tank regiment has been destroyed on March 20. The post General Staff: Russia loses tank detachment in failed Kyiv assault. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Iryna, the head of the regional perinatal center in Kharkiv, has taken over the Instagram account of football star David Beckham on March 20 as part of a UNICEF initiative. She showed the conditions in which doctors are treating patients as the city is being constantly bombarded. The post David Beckham’s Instagram account taken over by Ukrainian doctor. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

64 people trapped at the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant, occupied by Russia, were released. Now, 46 employees volunteered to take their place and traveled to the occupied facility. The evacuated employees were at their workplaces over 600 hours. The post Workers of Chornobyl nuclear power plant evacuated. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to U.S. intelligence estimates, the front lines have barely moved in more than a week. Russian forces have failed to achieve any of their initial objectives, U.S. officials told the Washington Post. The post Washington Post: Russian troops suffer high casualties, 1,000 a day killed or injured. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN that Ukrainians won’t accept any deal involving the loss of Ukraine’s territory and sovereignty. “There are compromises for which we cannot be ready as an independent state,” said Zelensky. The post Zelensky: ‘Ukraine cannot compromise on its territorial integrity.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, at least 902 civilians have been killed and 1,459 injured since Feb.24. The UN agency believes that the actual figures are considerably higher. According to Mariupol authorities, over 2,400 people were killed in the city alone. The post UN: More than 900 civilians killed in Ukraine since Russia began its invasion. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

German Economy Minister Robert Habeck has launched several initiatives to lessen Germany’s energy dependence on Russia. “The companies that have come to Qatar with (Habeck) will now enter into contract negotiations with the Qatari side,” the spokesperson for the German economics ministry said. The post Germany reaches energy deal with Qatar to reduce dependency on Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Oleh Baturin, a journalist from Russian-occupied Kakhovka, Kherson Oblast, went missing on March 12. “I’ve lost a lot of weight. I’m very dirty and tired. I was beaten, humiliated, threatened. They said they would kill me. 187 hours of captivity. They wanted to break me, to show what will happen […] The post Ukrainian journalist released from Russian captivity. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree that combined nationwide TV channels into one platform. “It’s important that the country has a unified information policy” under martial law, said the president’s office, adding that no channels will be disconnected. Earlier, four Ukrainian TV channels  – ICTV, 1+1, Inter and Ukraina […] The post Ukrainian TV to combine broadcast amid martial law. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

President Volodymyr Zelensky said he’s ready to negotiate with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as he was “ready for the last two years,” but warned that if negotiation attempts fail, it could lead to a new World War. The post Zelensky: ‘I’m ready for negotiations with Putin, but if they fail, it could mean World War III.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Energy Ministry also says that 278,000 Ukrainians are left without gas due to the ongoing Russian war against Ukraine. The post Energy Ministry: over 1 million Ukrainians left without electricity. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

A rally with Ukrainian flags was held in Nova Kahhovka, and regional capital Kherson where locals chanted “occupiers, go home!” The post Residents of Russian-occupied cities hold anti-Russian protests. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Ukrainian intelligence, in the next 1-2 days, Belarus will join Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. The post Ukraine’s General Staff sees high risk of attack from Belarus on western Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The leader of the Roman Catholic Church in his weekly address urged “all the actors of the international community to make a real effort to put an end to this repugnant war.” He added that “all this is inhumane, indeed it is also sacrilegious because it goes against the sacredness […] The post Pope Francis: Russia’s war in Ukraine is a ‘senseless massacre.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

56 people were killed when Russian forces opened fire at a nursing home in Kreminna, a town in Luhansk Oblast, on March 11, according to Serhiy Hayday, local governor. Russians have moved 15 survivors to a facility on the occupied territory. A week later, it’s still impossible to reach the […] The post Death toll at 56 in Russian tank attack at nursing home in Luhansk Oblast appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Some representatives of Russia’s political and business elite allegedly consider removing dictator Vladimir Putin from power to restore economic ties with Western countries. Aleksandr Bortnikov, head of Russia’s FSB intelligence agency, is being considered as Putin’s successor, Ukraine’s military intelligence claims. The post Ukraine’s military intelligence claim that Russia’s elites scheme to overthrow Putin appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As of 12 p.m. on March 20, Ukraine’s military have also reported taking out 1,487 armored personnel carriers, 947 vehicles, 476 tanks, 230 artillery systems, 60 fuel tanks, 74 multiple launch rocket systems, 118 helicopters, 96 aircraft, 44 anti-aircraft warfare systems, 21 unmanned aerial vehicles, and 3 boats. The post Ukraine’s military: Over 14,700 Russian troops killed since Feb. 24 appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The attack took place at around 12 p.m. on March 20, according to a statement by the Azov battalion participating in the defense of Mariupol. No casualties reported yet. The post Azov battalion: 4 Russian warships shell Mariupol appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

More than 8,000 cars have left Mariupol heading to Zaporizhzhia amid continuous attacks by Russian forces, Mariupol city council said. The post Over 39,000 people flee besieged Mariupol in one week, without ceasefire announced appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the recent poll conducted by the Rating Group, 47% of respondents believe Ukraine can win the war in the next few weeks. Confidence in the victory over Russia prevails in all Ukrainian regions. The post Poll: 93% of Ukrainians believe in victory over Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Dmytro Antonov, the chief pilot of the world’s largest cargo aircraft An-225 Mriya that was operated by Ukraine’s Antonov company and was ruined by a Russian attack near Kyiv on Feb. 27, has publicly criticized the company for not transferring Mriya abroad before the war started. The man claimed that […] The post Mriya aircraft pilot criticizes Antonov for not saving legendary plane. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Having almost no progress in capturing these cities, Russia has increased indiscriminate shelling of residential areas, according to the report released by the UK Ministry of Defense on March 20. Russia is likely to continue using its heavy firepower “to support assaults on urban areas as it looks to limit […] The post UK Defense Intelligence: Russian forces continue encircling Ukraine’s eastern cities appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The oblast’s private sector is able to accept 1,000 more IDPs, according to the head of Lviv Regional Military Administration Maksym Kozytskyi. Separately, the city of Lviv hosts over 200,000 of IDPs, according to earlier statements. The post Lviv Oblast residents host 100,000 internally displaced Ukrainians in private houses appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

140 more have been injured, according to the Prosecutor General’s Office. The post 115 children killed in Ukraine since start of Russian invasion appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Three of them are in Kyiv Oblast, others are in Kharkiv and Donetsk oblasts, according to Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk. The post Ukraine expects 7 humanitarian corridors on March 20 appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The attack on March 19 hit an art school in Mariupol’s Livoberezhny District, where nearly 400 women, children and elderly were sheltering, Mariupol city council reports. The building is destroyed. The number of casualties is yet unknown. The post Russians bombard art school in Mariupol, civilians trapped under rubble appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Five people, including a 9-year-old boy, were killed by shelling or airstrikes in just one district of Kharkiv on the night of March 19 to 20, according to Vyacheslav Markov, an aide to the head of Kharkiv Police. The post At least 5 civilians killed in Kharkiv overnight appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Rostyslav Shurma, deputy head of presidential office, said that Ukraine is launching a government program to support agricultural producers through subsidies. The post Ukraine’s agricultural goal is to have 70% of last year’s harvest despite war appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Intelligence officials say that Putin is isolated in a bubble of his own making, which very little outside information penetrates, particularly any which might challenge what he thinks. Analysts call him “a victim of his own propaganda.” The post BBC: Putin isolated and closed off to alternative views. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced in the early hours of March 20 that the National Security and Defense Council suspended all activities of a number of pro-Russian political parties while martial law is in place. The ban includes 11 parties, including Opposition Platform – For Life. The post Ukraine temporarily bans activities of 11 pro-Russian parties appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Luhansk Oblast Governor Serhiy Haidai says that 24 houses and apartment buildings were destroyed in Rubizhne and Severodonetsk over the past 24 hours. Seven people were evacuated and three people killed, including two children. The post Three people killed following Russian attacks in Rubizhne. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Sirens have been activated in the Sumy, Mykolaiv, Ternopil, Poltava, Kirovohrad, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv, Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Dnipropetrovsk, Rivne, Volyn, Cherkasy, Zhytomyr, Vinnytsia, Odesa oblasts. The post Air raid alerts go off in almost every region of Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russia imports 20% of its alumina from Australia. The chemical compound has widespread use in many industries, most significantly in the production of munitions. The post Australia bans exports of alumina and aluminium ores to Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the Berdyansk city council, the convoy was heading to Berdyansk from Zaporizhzhia to pick up fleeing Mariupol residents and was stopped by Russian occupying forces near the village of Azovske, three kilometers from Berdyansk. The convoy was not allowed to enter the city limits and the drivers were […] The post Russian troops halt convoy of buses traveling to evacuate residents of Mariupol. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Sumy Governor Dmytro Zhyvytskyi wrote on Facebook on March 19 that the infants had been sheltering in basements for two weeks before they were able to be evacuated abroad to a safe location. Many of the infants have health problems. The post 71 infants evacuated abroad from orphanage in Sumy. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Officer Michail Vershnin, addressed U.S. President Biden and French President Macron directly, asking the two countries to provide Ukraine with modern air defense systems. In the video post, Vershnin says that Mariupol “has been wiped off the face of the earth.” The post AP: Mariupol police officer pleads for help from Biden, Macron in video post. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

At a news conference with Bulgarian Prime Minister Kiril Petkov on March 19, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin also said that the U.S. has not seen evidence of large numbers of foreign fighters joining Russian ranks. The post US Defense Secretary: No signs of Russian assault on Odesa or other coastal cities in the “near term.” appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the United Nations office on human rights, there have been 2,246 civilian casualties, 847 killed and 1,399 injured, since Feb. 24. The UN agency believes that the actual figures are considerably higher since officials have not been able to verify information where intense hostilities have been ongoing. The post UN: At least 847 civilians, including 64 children, killed in Ukraine since Russia’s all-out invasion began on Feb. 24. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Head of Donetsk Military-Civil Administration, Pavlo Kyrylenko, said thousands of Mariupol residents who managed to escape from Russian bombs are starving to death in the occupied Manhushi and Melekin, as Russian occupying forces refuse to provide food and water and to allow safe passage. The post Kyrylenko: Residents fleeing Mariupol are dying of hunger. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Western Digital's EdgeRover desktop app for both Windows and Mac are vulnerable to local privilege escalation and sandboxing escape bugs that could allow the disclosure of sensitive information or denial of service (DoS) attacks. [...]  ( 3 min )

Nach der Attacke auf KA-Sat sehen die US-Cybersicherheitsagentur CISA und das FBI auch andere Satellitenkommunikationsnetze in Gefahr und mahnen mehr Schutz an.  ( 5 min )

In a recent interview Igor Kalabukhov, Russian ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina, said that Moscow is “assessing the geo-strategic situation” and will respond to threats, including the possible membership of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the alliance. The post Russian diplomat: “We have plans against NATO.” appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The military expects to receive Stinger air-defense systems, Javelin anti-tank missile systems, and other weapons, according to Oleksiy Danilov, secretary of the National Security and Defense Council. The post Danilov: Ukraine to receive new batch of weapons from US in coming days. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The National Agency on Corruption Prevention created a list of 245 people who might be helping Russia in its war in Ukraine for the State Security Service. Among them are officials of all levels, those who spread Russian propaganda and undermine Ukraine’s defense capabilities and state sovereignty. The post Ukraine’s anti-corruption agency creates database of potential collaborators. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Some 4,128 people, including more than 1,100 children, were evacuated from Mariupol to Zaporizhia. Nearly 1,820 people were evacuated from Kyiv Oblast. In total, eight of the planned 10 humanitarian corridors worked out. The post Over 6,600 people evacuated from hot spots on March 19. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russia’s Defense Ministry spokesman Igor Konashenkov accused Ukrainian fighters from the Azov battalion of preparing to attack the U.S. and other Western diplomats in Lviv and blaming Russia. Moscow has made a number of fake accusations against Ukraine. The post Russia claims Ukraine plans to attack Western diplomats in Lviv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Vice Foreign Minister Le Yucheng, the measures will only worsen the global economy and hurt ordinary people. He said during a security forum in Beijing that “sanctions cannot solve problems.” Yucheng also acknowledged the Kremlin’s position on stopping NATO’s eastward expansion. The post Chinese senior official calls sanctions against Russia ‘outrageous.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Editor’s Note: The Kyiv Independent isn’t revealing last names of the people from the Russian-occupied parts of Ukraine interviewed for this story for safety reasons.  Nearly every man that Oleksii, a 24-year-old resident of Russian-occupied Khrestivka in Donetsk Oblast, knows – friends, school classmates, and former colleagues from a coal […] The post Russia throws untrained civilians from occupied Donbas into hot spots of its war in Ukraine appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 5 min )

Three comedians performed for about 100 viewers in one of the bomb shelters in Sumy, a regional capital in northern Ukraine, on March 19, according to local media outlet Cukr. The post Sumy comedians hold stand-up show in bomb shelter. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

About 30% of Ukraine’s economy “stopped functioning” since the beginning of Russia’s invasion on Feb. 24, according to Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko. His estimation is based on the decreasing tax revenue, he said. The post Finance minister: Ukraine’s economy down by third. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Over the past week, thousands of residents have been moved to Russia, Mariupol city council reported. The civilians were allegedly taken to camps where Russian occupiers checked their phones and documents and forcibly moved some of them to remote cities in Russia. The post Mariupol council: Russian occupiers forcibly move Mariupol residents to Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Interfax Russia, Belarus ambassador in Ukraine Igor Sokol said that the last 11 employees of the Belarusian embassy in Ukraine had left the country for Moldova on March 19. The post Russian media: Belarus diplomats leave Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the city council, more than 900 citizens, including 16 children, were wounded. Nearly 40 houses, six schools, and four kindergartens were damaged. The post In Kyiv, 228 people, including 4 children, killed since Russia’s all-out invasion. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

“At least 50 bodies have been recovered, but we do not know how many others are in the rubble,” a Ukrainian serviceman on the ground, 22-year-old Maxim, told AFP. He said that no fewer than 200 soldiers had been sleeping in the barracks when Russian missiles struck the unit on […] The post AFP: At least 50 Ukrainian soldiers killed by Russian air strike in Mykolayiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Asen Vasilev said on March 19 that Bulgaria would not hold talks on a new gas supply deal with Gazprom after the current one expires at the end of 2022. The post Bulgaria to stop buying gas from Russia’s Gazprom in 2023 appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Earlier, Russia claimed it used Kinzhal missiles against an ammunition warehouse in western Ukraine. Ukraine hasn’t confirmed the type of the missile used. Unnamed U.S. officials confirmed to CNN that Russia launched hypersonic missiles against Ukraine, the first known use of such missiles in combat. The post US officials confirm that Russia launched hypersonic missiles against Ukraine appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The floods, which were caused by the destruction of a dam, may make it impossible to aid and evacuate the residents, Ukrainian state-owned television channel Dom reported on March 19. The post Village of Demydiv in Kyiv Oblast may get flooded due to fighting. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk said on March 19 Ukraine is treating them according to international humanitarian law. The post 562 Russian prisoners of war held in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrainian activists are currently blocking trucks from crossing the border from Poland to Belarus. The activists demanded that the European Union stop its trade with Russia. “Every product and every euro that feeds the Russian economy kills Ukrainians,” they said on a Facebook page devoted to the protest. One of […] The post Ukrainian activists block trucks at Poland-Belarus border, demand halting EU trade with Russia appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 2 min )

Andriy Klymenko, the chief editor of news site BlackSeaNews, said on March 19, citing his sources, that Russia had deployed the naval mines along the route from the Bosphorus to Odesa in the northwestern part of the Black Sea. Meanwhile, Russia issued a warning to ships claiming that the mines […] The post Journalist: Russia mined commercial routes in Black Sea. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukraine’s Defense Ministry also said that Russia had fired 459 missiles at Ukraine. U.S. security officials have recently told BBC the number was over 1,000. The post Defense Ministry: Russia conducts 1,403 airstrikes since start of invasion. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

It reportedly took her three days to get to Belgrade, where the championship is held. The post Ukrainian high jumper Yaroslava Mahuchikh wins gold at World Indoor Championships. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Seven were killed, five injured in the town of Makariv in Kyiv Oblast. The post 7 people killed as Russians shell towns, villages in Kyiv Oblast on March 18. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Halliburton said it immediately suspended future business and will halt its operations in Russia. Schlumberger only halted new investments while continuing with existing activity in Russian oilfields. The post US oilfield service companies Halliburton, Schlumberger suspend investments to Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The troops are being moved from Vladivostok and Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky in order to make up for casualties in Ukraine, the General Staff said. The post Ukraine’s General Staff: Putin transfers troops from Far East to Belarus. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Special camps for captured Russian soldiers have opened in Ukraine. General Persecutor Iryna Venediktova told BBC that Ukraine already has camps where captured Russian soldiers are held as required by the Geneva Convention. They are also being provided the same level of medical care as the Ukrainian military, she said. ‘ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Ukraine’s military imposes 38-hour curfew in Zaporizhzhia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Ten humanitarian corridors will be opened on March 19. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Ukraine’s Armed Forces, Russian Lieutenant General Andrei Mordvichev, who commanded the 8th Guards Combined Arms Army, was killed in action in southern Ukraine. The post Armed Forces report another Russian general dead. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russian Defense Ministry said Russia’s newest air-to-ground missile was used to destroy an arms depot in western Ivano Frankivsk Oblast. This is the first time this type of missile was used in Ukraine. The post Russia uses newest Kinzhal hypersonic missiles to bombard Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post NATO to send air defense systems to Ukraine. Following NATO’s request, Germany and the Netherlands will deliver MIM-104 Patriot PAC-3 air defenses instead of S-300 which are currently being sent to Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

There are signs that Moscow’s position has become more “adequate” but negotiations on issues such as security guarantees, withdrawal of Russian troops and a ceasefire “may take longer,” according to Mykhailo Podolyak, advisor to President Volodymyr Zelenksy’s chief of staff. “There are concessions that we are definitely not going to […] The post Ukraine: Peace talks with Russia could last ‘several weeks.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Air quality index (AQI) reports early on March 19 that pollutant concentration in Kyiv air is currently 27.8 times above the WHO annual air quality guideline value. Over the past 24 hours, there were at least 21 fire reports in Kyiv Oblast due to grass fires. The post Kyiv air quality is at unhealthy level. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Reuters, citing Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Gahr Støre, reported on March 18 that Norway expects around 30,000 Ukrainian refugees, but is preparing to accommodate up to 100,000. If numbers approach the upper limit, Norway will convert sports arenas and warehouses into temporary housing. The post Norway prepares to welcome up to 100,000 Ukrainian refugees. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As part of NATO moves to strengthen air defences in Eastern Europe, Slovakia will get 3 Patriot missile systems. Earlier, Slovakia’s defense minister said his country was willing to provide Ukraine with S-300 air defenses if NATO allies found a substitute. The post Netherlands, Germany to provide Patriot missile system to Slovakia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

A U.S. Department of Commerce report published on March 18 said the identified commercial and private aircraft continued to fly to Russia despite sanctions, violating U.S. export controls. One of the planes belongs to Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich. The post US bans maintenance of 100 aircraft used by Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Samantha Power, who leads the US Agency for International Development, “this move will improve the stability of electric power to critical facilities amidst continuing war.” The post Ukraine and Moldova synchronize with European electric grid. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on March 18 assistance for Ukrainians displaced by the Russian aggression. The proposed program will provide employment support those who have relocated, provision for housing and housing reconstruction after the war, and support for those who have housed temporarily displaced persons. The post Ukraine prepares program to support temporarily displaced persons. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces said late on March 18 it lost access to the Sea of Azov “temporarily” as Russian forces were tightening their grip around the Sea’s port city of Mariupol. The post Ukraine ‘temporarily’ loses access to Azov Sea. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Satellite imagery by Maxar Technologies from March 17 show protective berms around Russian military equipment near Ozera and Antonov Air Base. The construction of berms is also seen near the villages of Zdvyzhivka and Berestyanka, further northwest of Kyiv. The post Russia forms earthen berms to strengthen military positions northwest of Kyiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Belarusian state-owned BelTA news agency reported on March 18 that the agreement includes the provision of durum wheat and vegetable oil and is intended to offset Western sanctions. The post Russia reaches deal with Belarus to provide critical foodstuff. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

A March 18 analysis posted by the U.S. think tank Center for Global Development indicates that food commodity prices since Russia’s full-scale invasion are higher than the price spikes of 2007 and 2010. It notes “immediate concern” for direct importers of Ukrainian and Russian wheat, including Egypt, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, […] The post Russian war against Ukraine may push 40 million people into “extreme poverty.” appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs said in a statement on March 18 that it “hopes this is the first of many shipments.” The aid convoy includes 130 metric tonnes of essential aid for around 35,000 people and supplies to repair water systems to help an estimated 50,000 […] The post Sumy receives first UN aid convoy. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 2 min )

Ukraine’s Interior Minister Denys Monastyrsky said on March 18 that Ukraine will require Western assistance in dealing with the threat posed by unexploded shells and mines that remain embedded in critical infrastructure and among the rubble. The post Associated Press: It may take years to defuse Russian mines after invasion. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russia has failed to achieve strategic goals with conventional forces and has switched to indiscriminate bombing and high-precision strikes. The post General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces: Russia has conducted 14 missile strikes and 40 air raids in Ukraine over the past 24 hours. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The zoo, “Park XII Months”, located 25 km north from Kyiv, asked for assistance to evacuate animals or bring food for those that are difficult to transport, as some have begun to die. The post Petting zoo near Kyiv requests humanitarian corridor to rescue animals. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

A phishing kit has been released that allows red teamers and wannabe cybercriminals to create effective single sign-on phishing login forms using fake Chrome browser windows. [...]  ( 4 min )

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Brazilian Supreme Federal Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes banned Telegram on Friday from operating in the country and asked the National Telecommunications Agency to notify internet providers to block the messaging app within five days. [...]  ( 4 min )

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Watchdog claims Facebook parent sat on its hands as fake ads fleeced netizens The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has filed suit against The Artist Formerly Known As Facebook over its publication of ads allegedly featuring celebrities peddling a supposedly surefire-route to cryptocurrency riches.…  ( 9 min )

Package used by big apps now drops anti-war text files on desktops The developer of JavaScript library node-ipc, which is used by the popular vue.js framework, deliberately introduced a critical security vulnerability that, for some netizens, would destroy their computers' files.…  ( 9 min )

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Oleksandr Senkevich, mayor of Mykolaiv, said the city was fired at from close range on March 18, so the city did not have time to sound air raid sirens. The post Dozens of victims reported in Mykolaiv as air raid sirens fail. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to a senior U.S. defense official, Russian troops have not made “significant advances,” with most forces stalled. The post BBC: Russia fires 1,080 missiles at Ukraine since start of invasion. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The EU will discuss the aid on March 21, according to two high-ranking EU officials who spoke to Deutsche Welle. The post DW: EU considers providing Ukraine with €500 million military aid package. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Russian Defense Ministry said the Russian military will spare all Ukrainian soldiers that lay down their arms. Azov Battalion Captain Svyatoslav Palamar refused, responding, “Mariupol will remain a Ukrainian city.” The post Defenders of Mariupol refuse Russia’s proposal to surrender. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In a telephone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, French President Emmanuel Macron expressed “grave concern” over the situation in Mariupol, where over 300,000 people are cut off from the world, and called for a lifting of Russia’s blockade, according to French president’s office. The post Macron calls Putin to end Mariupol blockade. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russian forces have kidnapped and tortured local official Dmytro Vasiliev in the city of Nova Kakhovka in Kherson Oblast to make him publicly welcome the Russian occupation, according to his wife. The post Russian invaders kidnap, torture secretary of Nova Kakhovka City Council, his wife says. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The sanctions are the strongest in the country’s history, according to a press release from the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. They include restrictions on Russian and Belarusian officials, and a ban on the exports of technology, goods, and services. The post Norway joins EU sanctions against Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

U.S Army Commander General Frank McKenzie said at a briefing at the Pentagon that Russian troops did “not seem particularly motivated or particularly involved in the campaign they are conducting.” The decorated army general also announced his retirement from the armed forces. The post Pentagon: Russian troops not very motivated. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the press service of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Russia will deploy troops from the 102nd Russian military base in Armenia to support its offensive against Ukraine. The Ukrainian army noted that Russian troops were demoralized and inefficient in combat. The post Ukrainian Armed Forces: Russia plans to transfer troops from Armenia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees will give money to internally displaced Ukrainians towards their housing, food, and hygiene needs. The program will start in Ukraine’s western city of Lviv, and will gradually be extended to other cities and regions. The post UNHCR launches funding program for Ukrainian IDPs. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The United Nations Migration Agency now estimates that 6.5 million Ukrainians have become internally displaced by the war. An additional 3.2 million have fled abroad, over 2 million of them to Poland. The post Russia’s war displaces 6.5 million Ukrainians. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

An apartment complex, administrative buildings, and shop came under fire from Russian shelling in Avdiivka, killing two civilians and wounding three, according to the head of the Donetsk regional military administration Pavlo Kyrylenko. The post 2 civilians killed by shelling in Avdiivka in Donetsk Oblast. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russian forces fired upon the village of Natalivka, injuring five people and killing a member of Ukraine’s emergency services. The post Rescuer killed by shelling in Zaporizhzhia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The leader of Ukraine’s pro-Russian Opposition Platform party and lifelong associate of Vladimir Putin, Viktor Medvedchuk, had previously been detained on house arrest for charges of treason but escaped under suspicious circumstances on Feb. 28. He is believed to be in Ukraine but his whereabouts are unknown. The post Court issues arrest warrant for Medvedchuk. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Vladimir Medinsky, the head of the Russian peace talks delegation, said that Ukraine and Russia’s position over Kyiv’s neutral status and the non-accession to NATO was “as close as possible.” Member of Ukraine’s delegation Mykhailo Podolyak later said that this was what Russia wants, not what the two side agreed […] The post Russian delegation claims Ukraine, Russia close to compromise on NATO membership, Kyiv says no. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Days after launching a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin ordered to place his country’s nuclear deterrent forces on alert, effectively threatening the world with a nuclear war. With the ongoing military invasion proving to be extremely costly for Russia, the key question now is whether Putin is […] The post Is Putin going to launch a nuclear war? appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 6 min )

Reuters cites Chinese state-owned media outlets saying that Xi Jinping supported peace in Ukraine. According to the report, Xi told his U.S. counterpart Joe Biden that the two countries must make an effort for world peace. The post Xi tells Biden war in Ukraine in no-one’s interest. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Hromadske media outlet, journalist Viktoria Roshchina can’t be reached since she traveled to Russian-occupied Berdyansk on March 15.  According to Hromadske, she was allegedly kidnapped by the FSB, Russia’s security service. The post Journalist Viktoria Roshchina goes missing in Russian occupied territories. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Denisova: More than 1,300 civilians still stuck under Mariupol’s theater. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to  Oleksandr Gruzevich, deputy chief of staff of Ukraine’s Ground Forces, the military is working on the third defense line around Kyiv. “The city is preparing like a fortress,” he added. The post Gruzevych: Ukrainian military strenghten defenses around Kyiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Zelensky: Russia is heading back to the ’90s. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said during his daily address that Russia’s government is destroying “everything that Russian society has achieved over the past 25 years.” Zelensky said Russia was back in the 1990s, right after the collapse of the Soviet Union when the country was collapsing economically, “only without freedom.” appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

At least 81,000 people attend a pro-war rally in Moscow’s Luzhinski stadium. Russian authorities claim over 200,000 people attend the event celebrating Russian illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014. Images of Russian troops invading Ukraine were shown on the screen accompanied by cheers of the gathered crowd. The post Pro-war rally held in Moscow, tens of thousands attend. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the Defense Intelligence Agency, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin is expected to brandish to use the threat of nuclear weapons if Ukraine’s resistance against Russian invasion continues. The post Pentagon: Putin likely to make nuclear threats if war drags on. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The second tranche is part of the 1.2 billion euro program approved by the European Union to provide political, financial and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine. Kyiv received the first 300 million euro tranche under the program on March 11. The post Ukraine to receive another 300 million euro tranche from EU on March 18. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The city, located 160 kilometers from Kyiv, was purpose-built for the evacuated personnel of the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant, located 50 kilometers from there. Makariv, in the Bucha district northwest of Kyiv, is also without  water, gas, electricity or communication, according to the head of the Kyiv Regional State Administration Oleksandr […] The post Kyiv Regional Administration: Slavutych, Makariv completely isolated, need food and medicine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The boy from Sumy Oblast decided to give Ukraine’s military his own birthday gift after hearing about their needs for unmanned aerial vehicles, the Ukrainian parliament’s Educational Center reported. The post Six-year-old boy gives his drone to Ukraine’s military. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Four children were killed by Russia’s attacks in the capital, according to Kyiv’s administration. Some 889 people were injured, including 241 civilians and 18 children among them. Some 36 houses, five private estates, six schools and four kindergartens were destroyed in Kyiv. The facades of 55 houses were also damaged. The post 222 people, including 60 civilians, killed in Kyiv since Feb. 24. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The National Bank of Ukraine called for help from donors to replenish the account and financially support Ukraine’s Armed Forces. The NBU has already transferred $400 million for the military’s needs. Contribute here. The post NBU: $880,000 left in crowdfunded money for Ukraine’s military. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russia’s military-industrial sector is working around the clock to replenish its stock, according to Ukraine’s General Staff. The post General Staff: Russia almost exhausted its entire stockpile of missiles. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Europe needs to reduce its energy dependence on Russian gas to zero, President of the EU Parliament Roberta Metsola told Lithuanian media LRT. Otherwise, “we will continue to finance the war directly and indirectly,” she said. “Brave Ukrainians are destroying Russian tanks every day, and we are paying for Russia […] The post Metsola calls for European energy independence to stop funding Russia’s war in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Following Slovakia’s statement that it is ready to send the systems to Ukraine if they are immediately replaced, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that Moscow “will not allow” the transfer. The post Russia threatens to attack potential supply chains of S-300 air defense systems to Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the Prosecutor General’s Office, 55 children were killed in Kyiv Oblast, 34 in the oblast of Kharkiv, 26 in Donetsk, 29 in Chernihiv, 20 in Mykolaiv, 15 in Zhytomyr, 14 in Sumy and 14 in Kherson. The post Russian forces kill 109 children, injure more than 130 since Feb. 24. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russia’s gas monopoly is currently sending over 105 million cubic meters of gas per day through Ukraine, according to Ukraine’s Gas Transmission Operator System. In January, Gazprom had cut its daily volume of gas transit via Ukraine to Europe to about 50 million cubic meters, the lowest level since January […] The post Gazprom uses Ukraine’s gas pipelines at maximum capacity. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The March 18 missile strike hit a residential building and an administrative building, according to Pavlo Kyrylenko, head of the Donetsk Regional Military Administration. The post Two people killed, 6 wounded by Russian airstrike in Kramatorsk, Donetsk Oblast. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrainian-born U.S. actress Mila Kunis and her husband, U.S. actor Ashton Kutcher said the money was donated to Flexport, a logistics organization bringing supply to refugee camps in bordering countries, and to Airbnb.org to help Ukrainians find new temporary homes. The post Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher fundraise over $34 million for Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The corridors may start from Mariupol, Sumy, Trostyanets, Lebedyn, Konotop, the settlements of Krasnopillya, and Velyka Pysarivka. Ukraine also plans to deliver humanitarian aid to Balakleya and Izyum in Kharkiv Oblast. The post Ukraine and Russia agree on 9 humanitarian corridors for March 18. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The rating agency lowered Russia’s rating from CCC- to CC as Russia struggles to pay its debts on its Eurobonds. Sanctions have reduced the country’s available foreign exchange reserves and restricted its access to the global financial system. The post S&P downgrades Russia’s rating closer to debt default. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As of 9 a.m. on March 18, Ukraine’s military have also destroyed 1,448 armored personnel carriers, 879 vehicles, 450 tanks, 205 artillery systems, 60 fuel tanks, 72 multiple launch rocket systems, 112 helicopters, 93 planes, 43 anti-aircraft warfare systems, 12 unmanned aerial vehicles, and 3 boats. The post Ukraine’s military: Over 14,200 Russian troops have been killed since Feb. 24. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The fire has been extinguished, according to the State Emergency Service. The five-story residential building in Podil district was hit on the morning of March 18. The post One killed, 4 injured as fire breaks out after shelling of a residential building in Kyiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Multiple explosions reported in Lviv early on March 17. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The World Bank announced on March 17, it will allocate almost $100 million in emergency support to higher education in Ukraine. The money will go to academic scholarships for 172,000 students in the 2021-2022 academic year. The post World Bank scales up support to Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Australia said on March 18 it expanded sanctions against Russia to include 11 more Russian banks and government entities, as well as oligarchs Oleg Deripaska and Viktor Vekselberg, both of whom have business ties to Australia. The post Australia adds more sanctions against Russian banks, oligarchs. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the latest British Defense intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine from March 17, Russia is struggling with logistics and cannot provide food and fuel to advancing forces due to the efforts of the Ukrainian military. Russia is neither able to establish air superiority over Ukraine. The post UK: Continuous Ukrainian counterattacks stall Russian advances. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Director-General Tedros Adan Gebreesus spoke at a UN Security Council meeting on Russia’s war in Ukraine on March 17, highlighting that strikes on medical facilities violate international humanitarian laws. The post WHO: Russia has attacked medical institutions 43 times since Russia’s all-out war began. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk repeated the request at a briefing on March 17. Russia has not attempted to contact the Ukrainian government to extradite the bodies of its troops, she said. The post Ukraine again requests Red Cross urge Russia to collect dead bodies of its fallen soldiers. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Ukraine’s Air Force Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Ukraine’s air defense destroyed seven aircraft, one helicopter, three UAVs, and three cruise missiles. The post Ukraine’s Air Force: Fourteen Russian aerial units destroyed on March 17. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The country’s decision to close its temporary embassy in Lviv came after “escalating military threats” near the western Ukrainian city, CNN reports, citing a statement by South Korea’s Foreign Ministry. The post South Korea closes temporary embassy in Lviv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said during an address on March 17 that businesses can now take loans up to Hr 60 million as a way to allow a wider range of businesses to take advantage of the lending program. The post Zelensky: Government 5-7-9% loan program will have 0% interest rate for the duration martial law. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

“President Biden will be speaking to President Xi tomorrow and will make clear that China will bear responsibility for any actions it takes to support Russia’s aggression, and we will not hesitate to impose costs,” said U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken. The post Blinken: US will punish China if it provides military aid to Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to two Ukrainian citizens living in Moscow with whom the Russian news outlet OVDinfo spoke, the security services searched their apartments and demanded they unlock their phones. They reportedly have offered some Ukrainians accelerated Russian citizenship, while others have been charged with petty hooliganism. The post Russia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and FSB receive order to check all Ukrainian citizens living in Moscow. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Millions of Ukrainians have been forced to flee their homes as Russian forces continue to bombard residential areas across the country. While more than 3 million have gone abroad, many have relocated to western Ukraine, which is currently safer than the rest of the country. English teacher Oleksiy Shpak and […] The post Rental prices soar in western Ukraine amid influx of refugees appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 4 min )

In the early morning of March 1, Svitlana Zhulina was driving her family away from war-torn Kyiv Oblast. Her husband, Andriy Vilson, was sitting next to her, their two sons of eight and 10 in the back seat. They were driving along Zhytomyr Highway, a westbound road very familiar to […] The post Russian soldiers shoot dead mother of two as she drives family to safety appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 6 min )

I recently created a brick wall pattern as part of my #PetitePatterns series, a challenge where I create organic-looking patterns or textures in SVG within 560 bytes (or approximately the size of two tweets). To fit this constraint, I have … Optimizing SVG Patterns to Their Smallest Size originally published on CSS-Tricks. You should get the newsletter.  ( 8 min )

Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 build with a long list of changes, improvements, fixes for known issues, available for all Windows Insiders that will install the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22579 pushed to the Dev Channel. [...]  ( 3 min )

This week, the automotive industry has been under attack, with numerous companies exhibiting signs of breaches or ransomware activity. [...]  ( 5 min )

Cybersecurity firm Emsisoft has released a free decryption tool to help Diavol ransomware victims recover their files without paying a ransom. [...]  ( 4 min )

TransUnion South Africa has disclosed that hackers breached one of their servers using stolen credentials and demanded a extortion demand not to release stolen data. [...]  ( 4 min )

The South Korean DarkHotel hacking group has been spotted in a new campaign spanning December 2021 through January 2022, targeting luxury hotels in Macao, China. [...]  ( 4 min )

Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG) says the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) and other Chinese intelligence agencies are trying to get more info on the ongoing Russian war in Ukraine. [...]  ( 3 min )

Den No-Code Cloud Stack Accelerator der KI-Plattform Dataiku gibt es nun auf AWS. Per Browser lassen sich Daten für ML-Modelle aufbereiten und analysieren.  ( 3 min )

E-Fahrzeuge können den Akkustand an das iPhone melden, er wird für die Planung nötiger Zwischenstopps an Ladesäulen verwendet. Vorerst ist nur Ford an Bord.  ( 4 min )

Am 26. April können Teilnehmer die Umsetzung eines kompletten Data-Science-Projekts erleben – nur noch bis 1. April gilt der Frühbucherrabatt.  ( 4 min )

Unsere Übersicht der kleinen interessanten Meldungen enthält diese Woche unter anderem ESLint, Qt Creator, ScrumBuddy, Cloudflare, Android, Spotify und Eclipse.  ( 4 min )

Apples Betatestdienst dient Krypto-Scammern laut Sicherheitsforschern als bequemer Weg zur Verbreitung von Apps, die Trading- und Wallet-Apps nachahmen.  ( 4 min )

Noch dieses Jahr will Ethereum endlich Schluss machen mit stromhungrigem Mining. Ein letztes Testnetz für den Übergang zu Proof of Stake ist in Betrieb.  ( 4 min )

Noch dieses Jahr will Ethereum endlich Schluss machen mit stromhungrigem Mining. Ein letztes Testnetz für den Übergang zu Proof of Stake ist in Betrieb.  ( 4 min )

Das Update der Runtime für JavaScript und TypeScript bringt nicht nur eine schnellere Anbindung an Rust, sondern führt darüber hinaus neue Sub-Befehle ein.  ( 4 min )

Als Frontend für die GNU Compiler Collection nutzt gcobol GCC, um native Binary Executables zu erzeugen.  ( 4 min )

Europäische Cloud-Anbieter wie OVHcloud aus Frankreich haben sich bei der EU-Kommission über wettbewerbswidrige Praktiken von Microsoft beklagt.  ( 4 min )

Die Malware Trickbot entwickelt stetig neue Schadfunktion und hat es nun auch auf IoT-Geräte abgesehen. Doch dagegen kann man Geräte schützen.  ( 3 min )

Offiziell noch nicht angekündigt, aber vereinzelt schon verschickt: Intels Core i9-12900KS kommt auf bis zu 5,5 GHz und macht im Benchmark eine gute Figur.  ( 4 min )

Wer etwas weniger Geld ausgeben möchte als für das Apple Studio Display, kann demnächst wieder zu einem Konkurrenzmodell greifen.  ( 4 min )

Es ist eine neue gegen mögliche Angriffe abgesicherte WordPress-Version erschienen.  ( 3 min )

Laut einer Umfrage des Hardwareherstellers Cisco wollen die meisten weiterhin zumindest teilweise von zu Hause aus arbeiten. Nur 16 Prozent lehnen das ab.  ( 4 min )

Sparque.AI soll die Jenaer im Bereich personalisierte Websitesuche und Produktempfehlungen auf Basis von künstlicher Intelligenz unterstützen.  ( 3 min )

Der Abodienst kombiniert Geräteverwaltung, Cloud-Speicherplatz und Support. Das Live-Webinar macht Firmen mit den Details von Apples neuem Dienst vertraut.  ( 4 min )

In ersten Tests zeigt der Bildschirm ein unterdurchschnittliches Webcam-Bild. Das liegt offenbar an einem Bug, der sich per Update beheben lässt.  ( 4 min )

Um den Anti-Phishing-Filter auszutricksen, packt eine neue Angriffsmethode Links in Fax-PDFs und versteckt die gefälschte Webseite hinter einem Google-Captcha.  ( 3 min )

Wer sich zu den wichtigsten IT-Themen weiterbilden möchte, kann für kurze Zeit beim Kauf der Videokurse der Lernplattform kräftig sparen.  ( 5 min )

A financially motivated threat actor has been observed deploying a previously unknown rootkit targeting Oracle Solaris systems with the goal of compromising Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) switching networks and carrying out unauthorized cash withdrawals at different banks using fraudulent cards. Threat intelligence and incident response firm Mandiant is tracking the cluster under the moniker  ( 3 min )

An analysis of two ransomware attacks has identified overlaps in the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) between BlackCat and BlackMatter, indicating a strong connection between the two groups. While it's typical of ransomware groups to rebrand their operations in response to increased visibility into their attacks, BlackCat (aka Alphv) marks a new frontier in that the cyber crime cartel  ( 3 min )

Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG) took the wraps off a new initial access broker that it said is closely affiliated to a Russian cyber crime gang notorious for its Conti and Diavol ransomware operations. Dubbed Exotic Lily, the financially motivated threat actor has been observed exploiting a now-patched critical flaw in the Microsoft Windows MSHTML platform (CVE-2021-40444) as part of  ( 3 min )

ASUS routers have emerged as the target of a nascent botnet called Cyclops Blink, almost a month after it was revealed the malware abused WatchGuard firewall appliances as a stepping stone to gain remote access to breached networks. According to a new report published by Trend Micro, the botnet's "main purpose is to build an infrastructure for further attacks on high-value targets," given that  ( 3 min )

Die Malware Trickbot entwickelt stetig neue Schadfunktion und hat es nun auch auf IoT-Geräte abgesehen. Doch dagegen kann man Geräte schützen.  ( 3 min )

Es ist eine neue gegen mögliche Angriffe abgesicherte WordPress-Version erschienen.  ( 3 min )

Today we’ve got a first look at how the White House plans to tackle America’s cybersecurity woes. And we have part 2 of our big investigation into how police in Minnesota monitored protesters in the wake of George Floyd’s murder. Inside the plan to fix America’s never-ending cybersecurity failures What’s happening: Some of the US’s…  ( 4 min )

The 2021 hack of Colonial Pipeline, the biggest fuel pipeline in the United States, ended with thousands of panicked Americans hoarding gas and a fuel shortage across the eastern seaboard. Basic cybersecurity failures let the hackers in, and then the company made the unilateral decision to pay a $5 million ransom and shut down much…  ( 8 min )

Building on a previous article on How to Build a Drag-and-Drop File Uploader, we’ll be adding some new features, but more importantly (maybe), we’ll be learning how to build it in Vue 3 and learn some best practices for Vue along the way.  ( 21 min )

CISA and the FBI warned US critical infrastructure organizations of potential threats targeting satellite communication (SATCOM) networks in the US and worldwide. [...]  ( 4 min )

Threat analysts following the activity of LightBasin, a financially motivated group of hackers, report the discovery of a previously unknown Unix rootkit that is used to steal ATM banking data and conduct fraudulent transactions. [...]  ( 4 min )

Russia's ambassador to Estonia today compared Ukraine's participation in NATO's Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence (CCDCOE) intel-sharing cyberdefense hub to an attempt at blackmail. [...]  ( 3 min )

Google's Threat Analysis Group has exposed the operations of a threat actor group dubbed "EXOTIC LILY," an initial access broker linked to the Conti and Diavol ransomware operations. [...]  ( 5 min )

Microsoft has reminded Windows customers today that they'll finally retire the Internet Explorer 11 web browser from some Windows 10 versions in June and replace it with the new Chromium-based Microsoft Edge. [...]  ( 3 min )

Multiple ASUS router models are vulnerable to the Russia-linked Cyclops Blink malware threat, causing the vendor to publish an advisory with mitigations for the security risk. [...]  ( 4 min )

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), EU's air transport safety and environmental protection regulator, warned today of intermittent outages affecting Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) linked to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. [...]  ( 4 min )

The TrickBot trojan has just added one more trick up its sleeve, now using vulnerable IoT (internet of things) devices like modem routers as proxies for its C2 (command and control) server communication. [...]  ( 5 min )

This week, the developer of the popular npm package 'node-ipc' released sabotaged versions of the library in protest of the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War. The 'node-ipc' package, which gets downloaded over a million times weekly, began deleting files on developer's machines, in addition to creating new text files with "peace" messages. [...]  ( 5 min )

Italian Prime Minister: Putin does not want peace. Mario Draghi sees only the Kremlin leader’s “willingness for war.” Italy’s government is ready to impose additional sanctions to end the conflict, although they already negatively affect the country itself. The post Italian Prime Minister: Putin does not want peace. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Luhansk Oblast is currently the most dangerous war zone in Ukraine. The worst situation was in the city of  Rubizhne,  where the Russian military advanced. According to Serhiy Gaidai, head of the Luhansk Regional State Administration, fightings are taking place along the entire front line, destroying one city after another. The post Luhansk Oblast is currently the most dangerous war zone in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Speaking at an event dedicated to Saint Patrick’s Day, U.S. President Joe Biden called Russian autocrat Vladimir Putin a “pure thug.” Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, shelling residential areas and killing thousands of people. The post Biden: Putin is a ‘murderous dictator.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

470 cars with refugees evacuated from ruined Mariupol to the city of Zaporizhzhia. In total, nearly 1,900 people, including 479 children, escaped the city surrounded by Russian forces. According to the secretary of the Zaporizhia City Council Anatoliy Kurtev, in just two days, the city hosted more than 11,500 refugees […] The post 470 cars with refugees evacuated from ruined Mariupol to the city of Zaporizhia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The theater was used as a shelter for hundreds of civilians when the occupiers dropped a powerful bomb on March 16. “Theaters of all countries belong to the whole humanity,” said Dario Franceshchini, Italian minister for cultural heritage. The post Italy is ready to rebuild Mariupol theater destroyed by the Russian military. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Called “Mom, I see war,” the initiative has already collected 4,000 drawings depicting Russia’s aggression in Ukraine. They will be put together into a collage and sold as an NFT. The funds will be transferred to a humanitarian aid fund for children. The post Initiative collects children’s drawings for charity NFT effort. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post PayPal payment system enters Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Blinken agrees with Biden, says Putin is a war criminal. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russian military shells SOS Children’s Villages shelter for mothers with children in the city of Severodonetsk. No fatalities were reported. The shelter, which is part of the world’s largest non-governmental organization focused on helping families at risk, was opened late last year. According to the head of Luhansk military administration Sergiy […] The post Russian military shells SOS Children’s Villages shelter for mothers with children in the city of Severodonetsk. No fatalities were reported. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Over 320,000 Ukrainians return to Ukraine since the beginning of war. According to the State Border Guard Service, mostly men came back to the country. Many of them decided to defend the state from Russia’s all-out invasion. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Czech Republic is no longer able to accept refugees from Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The city council said that the southeastern city is in critical condition. Encircled since March 2, Mariupol has been cut off from electricity, water, gas, mobile network, food and medicine supplies. The post City council: Russian forces drop 50-100 bombs on Mariupol every day. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Podolyak: Ukraine’s main demand is ceasefire, troops withdrawal. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The attack took place at around 4:30 p.m. on March 17 and resulted in multiple fires. The firefighters are working on putting out the fire at the local warehouse but there is a risk of a shell explosion, the State Emergency Service reported. The post State Emergency Service: 2 killed in Russian shelling of Kyiv’s Sviatoshynskyi district. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The March 17 strike destroyed a multistoried building and damaged multiple houses, Kyiv Oblast Police reported. The post Two-year-old killed, 4 people injured in Russian artillery attack in Novi Petrivtsi village, Kyiv Oblast. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Roman Leshchenko, the minister of agriculture, Ukraine’s current wheat stock will be enough for two years. The stock of sunflower oil will be enough for five years, along with corn enough for 1.5 years. The post Agriculture minister: Ukraine’s basic food supply enough for years. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

ESA announced the suspension of its ExoMars mission that aimed to send a rover to Mars in cooperation with Russian space agency Roscosmos. “While recognizing the impact on scientific exploration of space, ESA is fully aligned with the sanctions imposed on Russia by its Member States.” The post European Space Agency suspends cooperation with Russia on Mars rover mission. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Mariupol Deputy Mayor Serhiy Orlov said in an interview with Forbes Ukraine that the enterprise owned by Ukraine’s richest man Rinat Akhmetov was repeatedly attacked by Russian forces. According to Natalya Yemchenko, a spokesperson for Akhmetov’s SCM Holding, it is yet impossible to assess the damage. The post Mariupol official: Ukraine’s major steelmaker, oligarch Akhmetov’s Azovstal completely destroyed. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ten people are in critical condition, Kharkiv Oblast Prosecutor’s Office reported. Merefa, home to 21,500 residents, was shelled at 3:30 a.m. on March 17. A local school and community center were destroyed. The post 21 killed, 25 injured in Russian attack of Merefa, Kharkiv Oblast. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to a statement by White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki, U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese dictator Xi Jinping will have a phone call to discuss “the competition between the two countries as well as Russia’s war against Ukraine and with other issues of mutual concern.” The post Biden to discuss Russia’s war against Ukraine with Xi Jinping on March 18. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Chernihiv Oblast Police reported that the Russian forces again targeted civilians in Chernihiv, a regional capital in northern Ukraine. The total number of casualties is unknown. The post US citizen allegedly killed by Russian forces’ artillery fire in Chernihiv downtown on March 17. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

During a press conference on March 17, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that his country will, however, continue to support Ukraine. The statement followed President Volodymyr Zelensky’s address to Bundestag, where he said that Germany shares blame for the delays in Ukraine’s NATO and EU integration, which made Russia’s aggression […] The post Scholz: NATO will not intervene militarily in Russia’s war against Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Some 150 Syrians were transferred to Russia to take part in its war against Ukraine on March 15; up to 300 are ordered to be sent to Ukraine every day. More weapons and military equipment are planned to be transferred from Syria to Russia and Belarus soon, Ukraine’s military intelligence […] The post Ukraine’s military intelligence: Syria to provide Russia with 40,000 mercenaries. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the agency, over 120 children have been injured since Russia launched its all-out invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24. The post Prosecutor General’s Office: Russia’s war kills 108 Ukrainian children. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Igor Kalabukhov, Russia’s ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina, told a Bosnian TV channel that Russia would “react” if Bosnia decides to join NATO. He cited the example of Ukraine in an apparent reference to using military force. The post Russian diplomat threatens Bosnia over possible NATO accession. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The U.S. and other NATO leaders have so far refused to introduce a no-fly zone, fearing direct confrontation with Russia. The post Lithuanian parliament unanimously urges UN to declare no-fly zone in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russians hit the theater, which was known to house hundreds of women and children, with a massive air bomb on March 16. Two sources, lawmaker Olga Stefanyshyna and businessman Serhiy Taruta, said that the theater’s bomb shelter survived the attack. The rescue efforts continue. The post 130 survivors saved so far from ruins of Mariupol Drama Theater. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Meanwhile, Raiffeisen Bank said on March 17 that it was considering leaving Russia. The post Xerox suspends its supplies to Russia due to invasion of Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The delays made Russia’s aggression against Ukraine possible, while German companies keep economic ties with Russia after it killed thousands of Ukrainians, he said in a virtual address to the German parliament on March 17. The post Zelensky to Bundestag: Germany shares blame for delays in Ukraine’s NATO, EU integration. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The group said on March 17 that it was researching other countries’ experience in turning military equipment into metal scrap. Only the vehicles that are damaged beyond restoration will be turned into scrap. The post Ukrainian scrap metal association preparing to process seized Russian military vehicles. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Serhiy Orlov, a deputy mayor of Mariupol, said in a March 16 interview with Forbes Ukraine that more than 2,300 people had been killed in Mariupol by Russian troops. The post Official says 80-90% of Mariupol destroyed or damaged by Russian shelling, airstrikes. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Chernihiv Oblast Governor Vyacheslav Chaus said that 53 bodies were delivered to the city morgues on March 16. The victims were killed by artillery fire and air strikes. The post Russian troops kill 53 civilians in Chernihiv in one day appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Fan Xianrong, China’s ambassador to Ukraine, reportedly said on March 16 at a meeting with Lviv Oblast Governor Maksym Kozytsky that China would never attack Ukraine and would provide economic aid to the country. Western media reported earlier that Russia had asked China for military aid, and China had allegedly […] The post Ambassador says China will never attack Ukraine appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Center for Transport Strategies said on March 16 that flights to Russia cannot be booked on the airline’s site. Most Western countries had previously shut their airspace for Russia. It was the last European airline that operated in Russia. The post Air Serbia cancels flights to Russia appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The missile that hit Russian-controlled Donetsk on March 14 came from the southeast and was not shot down by air defense, which indicates it was coming from the Russian-held territory, according to an investigation by Ruslan Leviev, the founder of investigative outlet Conflict Intelligence Team. Russia had previously claimed the […] The post Journalist: Missile that killed 20 in Donetsk launched from Russian-held territory. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Pentagon officials say a 10 percent casualty rate, including dead and wounded, for a single unit renders it unable to carry out combat-related tasks. Russian casualties are near that level. The post New York Times: As Russian troop deaths climb, morale becomes an issue, officials say appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Ukraine’s Interior Minister Denys Monastyrsky, Russian saboteur groups are almost everywhere in Ukraine, including its western regions. The post Ministry of Internal Affairs warns about Russian saboteurs. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Merefa, home to 21,500 residents, was hit by an airstrike at 3:30 a.m. on March 17. As a result of the attack, a local school was damaged and local community center destroyed. City officials report there are casualties among Ukrainian military. The post Russia attacks a city of Merefa in Kharkiv Oblast. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Japanese government says it will issue short-term visas on a case-by-case basis to Ukrainians seeking refuge in Japan, even if they do not have relatives or acquaintances to act as guarantors in Japan. The post Japan eases entry restrictions for refugees fleeing Russian aggression. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Kyiv’s emergency services, the building in Kyiv’s southeastern Darnytskiy district was damaged early on March 17 after shrapnel hit the 16th floor and set it on fire. One person was killed and three injured as of 6:50 a.m. local time. The post Parts of Russian missile hit residential building in Kyiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Panama’s Maritime Authority said on March 16 that of the three Panamanian ships, one sunk and two remain afloat, but with damages. There have been no casualties. The post Three Panama-flagged ships hit by Russian missiles since start of full-scale invasion of Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Unnamed American officials who spoke to the New York Times warned, however, that their numbers of Russian casualties are inexact. Pentagon officials also said that a high number of soldiers killed can destroy the will to continue fighting. The post American intelligence: Russia’s military has lost over 7,000 soldiers. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Belkis Wille, senior researcher at Human Rights Watch, said on March 16 that “this raises serious concerns about what the intended target was in a city where civilians have already been under siege for days.” The number of casualties is yet unknown. The post Human Rights Watch: At least 500 civilians were taking shelter in bombed Mariupol theater. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine wrote on Facebook on March 16 that state authorities will now be able to store data using cloud services. The law is intended to help eliminate corruption and accelerate innovation within the government. The post Zelensky signs law on cloud services. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine said on Telegram on March 16 that the saboteurs have tried to enter Ukraine with press passes for the media outlets Ruptly, a subsidiary of Russia Today, and Redfish and Maffick LLC. The post Russian saboteurs may be entering Ukraine under the guise of journalists. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Japan’s Air Self-Defense Force said it conducted its first joint exercise with the U.S. Air Force involving their respective F-35A advanced stealth fighter jets as security concerns increase over Russia and China. The post Japan conducts F-35 exercises with US Air Force for first time. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Sumy governor Dmytro Zhyvytsky detailed the looting via Telegram on March 16. The area has sustained heavy fighting since the start of Russia’s all-out invasion on Feb. 24. The post Reports of Russian forces in Sumy Oblast evicting civilians from homes, stealing food. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The 2015 satirical comedy series stars Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky playing a teacher who unexpectedly becomes President after a video of him complaining about corruption goes viral. “You asked, and it’s back!” Netflix tweeted on March 16. The post Netflix re-airs “Servant of the people” TV show starring Zelensky. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Moldovan President Maia Sandu called for the removal of munitions and “complete and unconditional withdrawal of Russian forces” from the unrecognized breakaway Transnistria region during a UN General Assembly meeting on March 16. The post Moldova calls on Russian military to withdraw from Transnistria. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

First Deputy Chairman of the Kherson Regional Council Yuriy Sobolevsky wrote on Facebook on March 16 that local pro-Russian collaborators are trying to promote the committee as a legitimate authority in Kherson. The post Russian occupying forces create “Committee to Save the Kherson Region.” appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Co-leader of the pro-Kremlin Opposition Platform – For Life party Viktor Medvedchuk’s yacht, Royal Romance, was seized at the Port of Rijeka on March 16 due to sanctions imposed by the EU following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, a yacht owned by Russian oligarch Vladimir Strzhalkovsky is stuck in […] The post Medvedchuk’s yacht seized in Croatia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Canada’s Ministry of Transport wrote on Twitter on March 16 that “all aircraft directly or indirectly owned, registered, chartered, leased, operated or controlled by a citizen of Belarus are prohibited from entering, exiting or overflying Canadian airspace.” The post Canada closes its air space to Belarus. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Twitter’s VP of Global Public Policy Sinéad McSweeney announced the decision to expand government account labels on Twitter on March 16. Twitter earlier labeled all state-affiliated Russian media. The post Twitter to temporarily label accounts of Ukrainian, Belarusian state media. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The U.S., U.K., France, Albania, Norway, and Ireland requested an emergency security council meeting for March 17 to address the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine caused by Russia’s full-scale invasion. The post UN Security Council calls emergency meeting over Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Canada’s telecoms regulator announced on March 16 it was removing RT and RT France from its list of non-Canadian programming services. Earlier, the EU and the U.K. halted the distribution of RT. The post Canada bans Russia Today from Canadian airwaves. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As reported by Reuters on March 16, American border officials are permitting Ukrainians fleeing the war to remain in the U.S. until 2023, albeit on a case-by-case basis. The post US grants temporary “humanitarian parole” to Ukrainians crossing border from Mexico. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to satellite imagery taken on March 14 by the private U.S. company Maxar Technologies, “children” had been written in Russian outside the theater where hundreds of civilians had taken shelter. The theater was bombed by Russian forces on March 16. The post Satellite imagery reveals word “children” painted outside Mariupol theater before bombing. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Michael McCaul, Republican U.S. House member, and head of Foreign Affairs Committee, said the aid package will come with 100 switchblade drones. These drones use a loitering munition to strike targets by crashing into them. Each unit costs $6,000. The post Switchblade drones included in $800 million US weapons package. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Get ready for machine-made decisions, whether you're shopping, banking, reading, working Corporate funding splurged on AI technology is expected to grow to $120bn by 2025 in the US, a yearly increase of 26 percent over the next four financial years, according to IDC.…  ( 7 min )

Thanks... Micro... soft... OK, there, we said it Microsoft has published a tool that scans for and detects MikroTik-powered Internet-of-Things devices that have been hijacked by the Trickbot gang.…  ( 7 min )

@zverok asks dev world for support as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues Interview  Victor Shepelev, known as @zverok on Twitter and GitHub, is a Ruby developer and software architect who lives in Kharkiv, Ukraine. Since Russia invaded his country on February 24, 2022, he's had more pressing concerns than writing code, such as keeping his family safe and helping his fellow citizens survive.…  ( 11 min )

Like the internet, excess energy will move through a series of tubes Microsoft and Finland's largest energy company have partnered to build a new datacenter near Helsinki that will heat homes as it cools servers.…  ( 7 min )

Bold moves to create a 'semi' literate pool of factory workers Intel plans to spend tens of billions of dollars on a chip manufacturing mega-site in Ohio, and the x86 titan knows it's critical to also invest in developing the future workforce to populate it.…  ( 7 min )

Bold moves to create a 'semi' literate pool of chip workers Intel plans to spend tens of billions of dollars to build a chip manufacturing "mega-site" in Ohio, but the chipmaker knows it's critical to also invest in developing the future workforce to populate it. This is even more pressing as Intel eyes a larger overall footprint of fabs in the United States and Europe.…  ( 7 min )

Dem-backed bills would also grant powers to undo previous takeovers A pair of law bills before the US House and Senate would give watchdogs stronger powers to block big mergers, and allow regulators to reach back into the past to dismantle previous M&As deemed to be harmful. …  ( 8 min )

Plus granting powers to undo previous takeovers A pair of law bills before the US House and Senate would give watchdogs the power to block big mergers, and allow regulators to reach back into the past to dismantle previous M&As deemed to be harmful. …  ( 8 min )

Meta, Google and Amazon could be on the chopping block A pair of new bills in the US House and Senate would block big mergers, and allow regulators to reach back into the past to dismantle previous M&As deemed to be harmful. …  ( 8 min )

Several companies 'taking action to ensure a level playing field among cloud services providers' in Europe Microsoft is facing an antitrust complaint in Europe from France's OVHcloud.…  ( 8 min )

ESA will need to source a different rocket, lander, and descent stage in time for next window in 2024 The European Space Agency (ESA) has slammed the brakes on its ExoMars rover, Rosalind Franklin.…  ( 7 min )

Policy via social media: It's a thing now. Even though Russia will be able to read it... Chipmaker Qualcomm is the latest tech firm to stop doing business with Russia following the invasion of Ukraine.…  ( 7 min )

Who benefits from changes to the Partner Network? Well, it's not partners... or even their customers Microsoft has "evolved" its Partner Network, but changing the name to the Microsoft Cloud Partner Program has done little to dispel concerns over the company's New Commerce Experience (NCE).…  ( 9 min )

Shutdowns in factories put crunch on weakened supply chain Wednesday's 7.3 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Fukushima, Japan, caused the temporary shutdown of some major manufacturers, including chip and component-makers Murata, Renesas and Kioxia, in addition to broader manufacturing companies in the area.…  ( 8 min )

Tribunal finds evidence of 'irregularly concluded software, support agreements' Global application giant SAP is being ordered to pay South Africa's Department of Water and Sanitation ZAR 345m ($23.1m) after a couple of contracts between the two parties were set aside by the courts.…  ( 8 min )

Agency signals more actions targeting Chinese companies to come in the name of national security Chinese telco Pacific Networks and its subsidiary ComNet must cease all services within the United States within 60 days from Wednesday March 16 following an order issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).…  ( 8 min )

Homespun companion Linux system distro gets an update, but stays small – and 1.0 Microsoft has released the March-2022 update for CBL-Mariner, but the version number hasn't budged from 1.0.…  ( 8 min )

Select all images of you being duped into providing your credentials CAPTCHA puzzles, designed to distinguish people from computer code, are being used to separate people from their login credentials.…  ( 9 min )

Verified third-party tools do not guarantee compliance position Oracle customers can only use its licensing tools after the company has started to talk to them about software audits or offered license advice. Meanwhile, third-party tools that have been verified by Oracle do not help users in terms of license compliance.…  ( 9 min )

Businesses targeted elderly, made 750,000 calls to people on Telephone Preference System Five British companies are collectively nursing a £405,000 fine from the UK's data watchdog for making a combined total of 750,000 unsolicited marketing calls targeting vulnerable elderly people.…  ( 8 min )

An accidental glimpse of things to come or somebody hitting the wrong button? Comment  Microsoft's hurried backpedal over advertisements in File Explorer has industry watchers concerned.…  ( 8 min )

The move follows lack of progress in equality and two resignations, campaign group says A group of activist investors is targeting Salesforce in an effort to force the SaaS CRM giant to become the subject of an independent investigation into its practices regarding racial equality.…  ( 9 min )

Brit rocketeers get ever closer to that first launch from UK soil A space race of a sort in the UK has picked up pace in recent weeks, as aerospace company Orbex showed off its Kinloss launchpad in February and Skyrora this week opened its Midlothian rocket engine testing facility.…  ( 9 min )

US biz's license to operate in London up for renewal this month Gig workers have urged London Mayor Sadiq Khan to force Uber to pay drivers at least minimum wage as the ride-hailing biz seeks to renew its license to operate in the British capital.…  ( 9 min )

Hitting big targets, untouchable, technically proficient. Who will it inspire next? Analysis  The Lapsus$ cyber-crime gang, believed to be based in Brazil, until recently was best known for attacks on that country's Ministry of Health and Portuguese media outlets SIC Noticias and Expresso.…  ( 10 min )

When this baby hits 88 GHz, you're going to see some serious stuff AI hardware slinger SambaNova and software biz DeLorean AI have teamed up to provide smart predictive tools to help clinicians hopefully better care for patients suffering kidney problems.…  ( 8 min )

$10,000 and Efabless may be what you're looking for Interview  The likes of Google, Facebook, and Microsoft can design custom chips and have them manufactured using their billions of dollars in the bank.…  ( 10 min )

If you want your own custom SmartNIC, knock yourself out, says x86 giant Intel is discontinuing its original lineup of Programmable Acceleration Cards as it turns to an "ecosystem first" strategy that focuses on letting customers create their own FPGA-based products, including SmartNICs.…  ( 9 min )

As global viewers waited with bated breath in early February to see whether Japanese figure skater Hanyu Yuzuru would nail a legendary quadruple axel during the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, it was likely that few would have considered the amount of behind-the-scenes work needed to bring those images to their screens. The Olympic Winter Games…  ( 6 min )

Despite public assertions that it had gone dormant, a multi-agency task force consisting of federal, state, and local police that was created to monitor protests in Minnesota during the murder trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin continued to operate in secret after the trial’s conclusion, according to emails and documents examined by MIT Technology…  ( 7 min )

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Russia is risking the creation of a “splinternet”—and it could be irreversible Cut off: Russia’s disconnection from the online services of the West has been abrupt and severe. Facebook has been blocked…  ( 5 min )

Russia’s disconnection from the online services of the West has been as abrupt and complete as its disconnection from real-world global trade routes. Facebook has been blocked entirely by Russian authorities, while Twitter is almost completely cut off. Many more companies have voluntarily withdrawn from the Russian market—including Apple, Microsoft, TikTok, Netflix, and others. Russia…  ( 6 min )

Zwei große Netzbetreiber können Datenverkehr nicht mehr über den Internetknoten LINX führen. Andere europäische Knoten lehnen solche Sanktionen weiterhin ab.  ( 5 min )

Content-Delivery-Spezialist Cloudflare ergänzt sämtliche Angebote um einen laufend aktualisierten Regelsatz zum Schutz der Webanwendungen.  ( 3 min )

Deutsche Medienregulierer wollen ein weiteres Zwangsgeld gegen das deutschsprachige Live-Programm des russischen Mediums RT festsetzen – in Höhe von 40.000 Euro  ( 3 min )

Dass Videokonferenzen auch nach Corona Alltag bleiben, ist Microsofts große Hoffnung. Entsprechend erhält Teams einige neue Funktionen für die hybride Arbeit.  ( 4 min )

MacBook Pros mit getauschter Hauptplatine können das jüngste Monterey-Update nicht richtig einspielen. Auch Apples Rauswurf von Python 2.7 sorgt für Fehler.  ( 4 min )

Die neue Chip-Stacking-Technik beim Ryzen 7 5800X3D führt zu Vorsichtsmaßnahmen bei AMD: Der CPU-Takt und die Spannung lassen sich nicht anpassen.  ( 4 min )

Meta stellt Eltern in den USA Überwachungsprogramme zur Verfügung, mit denen sie die Aktivitäten ihrer Kinder auf Instagram und bei Oculus kontrollieren können.  ( 5 min )

Die eintägige IIoT Conference schlägt im Juni auf der automatica die Brücke zwischen IT und Automatisierungstechnik.  ( 3 min )

Update oder Ransomware? Microsofts Anti-Viren-Lösung ist sich nicht ganz sicher.  ( 3 min )

Server mit ClickHouse Database Management System sind verwundbar. Ein Sicherheitsupdate steht zum Download bereit.  ( 3 min )

Vom vollständig automatisierten Software-Deployment bis zum Bereitstellen der Infrastructure-as-Code per GitOps liefert das Online-Event einschlägiges Know-how.  ( 4 min )

Wer Microsoft-Dienste aus der Cloud einsetzt, erhält meist auch ein Azure Active Directory. Jedoch ist die Standardkonfiguration alles andere als sicher.  ( 5 min )

Heise Medien und die Partner Acer, Bechtle und Intel möchten wissen, wie die Schule der Zukunft aussehen könnte. Daher rufen wir zum Ideenwettbewerb auf!  ( 5 min )

Microsofts Work Trend Index hält fest, wie groß die Diskrepanz der Erwartungen an die neue Arbeitsrealität zwischen Chefetagen und Mitarbeitenden ist: groß.  ( 4 min )

Um gemeinsam eine lange E-Mail zu schreiben, können Google-Nutzer nun direkt Docs heranziehen. Eine neue Vorlage verknüpft beide Programme miteinander.  ( 3 min )

Facebooks Mutterkonzern Meta hat ein Deepfake-Video des ukrainischen Präsidenten Wolodymyr Selenskyi entfernt, in dem er sich der russischen Invasion ergibt.  ( 3 min )

Angreifer könnten Computer attackieren, auf denen der Webbrowser Chrome installiert ist.  ( 3 min )

Die zweite Vorschauversion gibt Einblicke in geplante Neuerungen in .NET 7. Der Ahead-of-Time-Compiler nähert sich.  ( 5 min )

Die Google I/O findet dieses Jahr im Mai statt. Die Online-Teilnahme an der Konferenz im Shoreline Amphitheater ist kostenlos.  ( 3 min )

Staatsnahe russische Medien erhielten mit Beginn des Kriegs ein entsprechendes Label – zehntausende Tweets wurden in der Folge gekennzeichnet.  ( 4 min )

Die Frühjahrsausgabe der "We Are Developers!"-Beilage zu c't und iX bietet Artikel zu moderner KI, Data Science, MLOps, Cloud-Security und autonomem Fahren.  ( 4 min )

Ein erfahrener Pentester stellt die häufigsten Sicherheitslücken in Webanwendungen vor und erklärt, wie man sich erfolgreich schützt. 10 Prozent Rabatt bis 5.4.  ( 3 min )

In Sachsen-Anhalt will Intel Chips mit der modernsten Fertigungstechnik herstellen. Die EU möchte Milliarden investieren. Was es damit auf sich hat.  ( 4 min )

In what's yet another act of sabotage, the developer behind the popular "node-ipc" NPM package shipped a new version to protest Russia's invasion of Ukraine, raising concerns about security in the open-source and the software supply chain. Affecting versions 10.1.1 and 10.1.2 of the library, the changes introduced undesirable behavior by its maintainer RIAEvangelist, targeting users with IP  ( 3 min )

The malware known as DirtyMoe has gained new worm-like propagation capabilities that allow it to expand its reach without requiring any user interaction, the latest research has found. "The worming module targets older well-known vulnerabilities, e.g., EternalBlue and Hot Potato Windows privilege escalation," Avast researcher Martin Chlumecký said in a report published Wednesday. "One worm  ( 3 min )

As a CSIRT consultant, I cannot overemphasize the importance of effectively managing the first hour in a critical incident. Finding out what to do is often a daunting task in a critical incident. In addition, the feeling of uneasiness often prevents an incident response analyst from making effective decisions. However, keeping a cool head and actions planned out is crucial in successfully  ( 5 min )

Microsoft on Wednesday detailed a previously undiscovered technique put to use by the TrickBot malware that involves using compromised Internet of Things (IoT) devices as a go-between for establishing communications with the command-and-control (C2) servers. "By using MikroTik routers as proxy servers for its C2 servers and redirecting the traffic through non-standard ports, TrickBot adds  ( 3 min )

The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) said it has detained a "hacker" who offered technical assistance to the invading Russian troops by providing mobile communication services inside the Ukrainian territory. The anonymous suspect is said to have broadcasted text messages to Ukrainian officials, including security officers and civil servants, proposing that they surrender and take the side of  ( 3 min )

A newly disclosed security vulnerability in the Kubernetes container engine CRI-O called cr8escape could be exploited by an attacker to break out of containers and obtain root access to the host. "Invocation of CVE-2022-0811 can allow an attacker to perform a variety of actions on objectives, including execution of malware, exfiltration of data, and lateral movement across pods," CrowdStrike  ( 3 min )

Server mit ClickHouse Database Management System sind verwundbar. Ein Sicherheitsupdate steht zum Download bereit.  ( 3 min )

Angreifer könnten Computer attackieren, auf denen der Webbrowser Chrome installiert ist.  ( 3 min )

The soldiers were 18-19 years old, according to Dasha Zarivna, a spokesperson for the presidential chief of staff. Melitopol Mayor Ivan Fedorov was abducted and held captive by the Russian forces for five days. The post Melitopol Mayor was exchanged for 9 Russian conscripts. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

On March 16, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) delivered its order on Ukraine’s request for indication of provisional measures against Russia.  By 13 votes to two, it ordered Russia to immediately suspend the military operations that it commenced on Feb. 24 in the territory of Ukraine and ensure that […] The post Ukraine v Russian Federation: ICJ orders Russia to cease military aggression in Ukraine appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 4 min )

Rivne Oblast Governor Vitaliy Koval said that Russians targeted a military infrastructure object in Sarny, a city located about 60 kilometers from the Belarusian border. No casualties have been reported as a result of the attack so far. The post Russian invaders shell Sarny, Rivne Oblast. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Volunteer paramedic, Yulia Payevska, known as Tyra, has been captured by Russian forces along with her driver in Mariupol on March 16, according to another volunteer Nataly Voronkova. Payevska “has been saving the lives of civilians for eight years,” Voronkova wrote. The post Russian forces capture Ukrainian paramedic. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Head of Ukraine’s state nuclear energy company Energoatom Petro Kotin said that an agreement on security guarantees for nuclear facilities and material is being created between Ukraine and the International Atomic Energy Agency. The post Ukraine, IAEA to sign agreement on nuclear safety. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Polish Defense Minister Mariusz Błaszczak presented the proposal during a meeting of NATO defense ministers in Brussels on March 16. U.S. State Department spokesperson Ned Price later dismissed the proposal, stating that American presence in Ukraine would prolong the war. The post Poland proposes NATO peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

No one really expected it — but after three weeks of Russia’s all-out war, Ukraine’s air defense is still exceeding expectations. This branch of service not only managed to largely survive Russia’s massive missile attacks in the invasion’s early hours. It took up the fight and prevented the Russians from […] The post Ukraine’s old air defense proves unexpectedly effective in combat appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 8 min )

According to Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk, 6,426 people arrived in Zaporizhzhia from Mariupol, including 2,039 children. However, the Russian forces again haven’t allowed a humanitarian aid convoy to enter besieged Mariupol. The post Nearly 6,500 people flee Mariupol on March 16. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In an answer to a journalist’s question, U.S. President Joe Biden said that he believed that Russian President Vladimir Putin was a war criminal. The U.S. administration had previously stopped short of labeling the atrocities committed in Ukraine as “war crimes.” The post Biden calls Putin “war criminal.” appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Today, Ukraine’s Air Defenses destroyed 10 Russian aircraft, including three Su-30SM fighters, one SU-34 fighter-bomber, two helicopters, one unknown aircraft, and one UAV. The Ukrainian Ground Forces additionally shot down one fighter, one bomber, and a helicopter. The post Ukrainian air defenses destroy 10 Russian aircraft on March 16. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to CNN, Slovakia has preliminarily agreed to provide Ukraine with the Soviet S-300 anti-aircraft missile systems if they are replaced with other systems immediately. American-made Patriot systems are likely to replace them but the transfer isn’t yet assured, and integrating new systems into a country’s military architecture takes time, […] The post Slovakia may provide Ukraine with S-300 anti-aircraft systems. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Rescuers from Ukraine’s State Emergency Service removed the bodies of two adults and three children from the rubble of a destroyed dormitory complex, which was targeted by Russian shelling on March 13. The post Five people, including 3 children, killed after attack on Chernihiv dormitory. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen and Attorney General Merrick Garland met with representatives of Italy, Japan, the U.K., and the European Commission to officially launch the Russian Elites, Proxies, and Oligarchs (REPO) multilateral task force. Member states will cooperate to freeze Russian assets and enact financial sanctions against […] The post US sets up international task force to persecute Russian oligarchs, officials. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

BBC reported that British Defense Minister Ben Wallace said that British Starstreak short-range man-portable air-defense systems are supplied to Ukraine. The decision to deliver them has been made last week but it’s not clear whether they have been delivered yet. The post UK confirms delivery of anti-air missile systems to Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The attack hit the “Neptune” swimming pool, where civilians were sheltering, according to Donetsk Oblast Governor Pavlo Kyrylenko. The number of victims is unknown. The post Russia shells public pool in Mariupol, children and pregnant women strapped under rubble. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Russian forces were repulsed today, on March 16, suffering significant losses in manpower and equipment. In some areas, Ukrainian forces were able to regroup and counterattack. Ukrainian forces also destroyed three enemy fighter jets and one helicopter today. The post Ukrainian army counterattacks in some areas. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Olga Semidyanova, 48, was a mother of 12 children, six of which were adopted. The medic from Zaporizhzhia had served in the military since 2014 until she was killed on the border between Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia oblasts on March 3, one of her daughters said on social media. The post Russian forces kill combat doctor with honorary title ‘mother heroine.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, Russian shelling hit several homes on the evening of March 16. Emergency services have extinguished fires. No casualties have been reported yet. The post Shelling damages houses in Kyiv’s Podilskyi district. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Mayor Ivan Fedorov was released following a Ukrainian “special operation,” according to Kyrylo Tymoshenko, deputy chief of staff for President Volodymyr Zelensky. He will shortly return to his duties as mayor of Melitopol. Fedorov was abducted on March 11. The post Mayor of Melitopol released from Russian captivity. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

U.S. President Joe Biden said that the new package would include 800 anti-aircraft systems, 9,000 anti-armor systems, 7,000 small arms such as shotguns and grenade launchers, as well as other equipment such as drones. The announcement came hours after President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered an emotional address to the U.S. Congress […] The post Biden announces additional $800 million in defense aid for Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the U.S. is scrutinizing Russian forces’ targets, including whether Moscow is intentionally targeting civilians or journalists. Ukraine’s defense minister Oleksii Reznikov previously said that Russia’s war has killed more civilians than Ukrainian soldiers, and at least three journalists – Oleksandra Kuvshynova, Pierre Zakrzewski […] The post Blinken: US ‘looking very hard’ at whether Russians intentionally target civilians, journalists in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The city council of besieged Mariupol said that Russia has “purposefully and cynically destroyed the Drama Theater in the heart of Mariupol.” The number of casualties is yet unknown. The post Russian forces drop heavy bomb on Mariupol theater where hundreds are sheltering. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

“The Ukrainian side has its own positions,” said Mykhailo Podolyak, advisor to Zelensky’s head of office. The post Ukrainian delegation member: Draft plan published by Financial Times is what Russia is requesting, “nothing more” appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Following in the footsteps of the U.S. and European nations, Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said his country will revoke Russia’s special trade status to punish Moscow for its aggression in Ukraine. The measure will mean higher tariffs on Russian products. To hold Russia accountable for its “irrational and inhumane” […] The post Japan to revoke Russia’s ‘most favored nation’ status appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Of the 4,329 civilians evacuated from the war-torn southeastern port city, 1,033 are children. Now the evacuees are receiving the necessary help from warm food to medical treatment, Secretary of the Zaporizhzhia City Council Anatoliy Kurtev said. “Finally, these people will be able to feel safe and relax,” he said. The post Over 4,000 evacuees from besieged Mariupol arrive in Zaporizhzhia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As Moscow expands its offensive to western Ukraine towards NATO territory, the 30-member alliance has tried to connect with Russia via a deconfliction hotline and written letters but it turned out unsuccessful, the bloc’s senior military officials said. The U.S. also has a separate deconfliction hotline with Russia that it […] The post NATO unable to reach Russia via deconfliction hotline. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

By 13 votes to two, the court also ordered to ensure that any military or irregular armed units which may be directed or supported by it as well as any organizations and persons which may be subject to its control or direction take no steps in furtherance of the military […] The post International Court of Justice orders Russia to immediately suspend military operations in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In a yet another video address, the Russian dictator said that the war was going “according to the plans.” He also claimed that the Russian army was “doing everything” to avoid civilian casualties despite the fact that the Russian military has been targeting civilians and residential areas every day, having […] The post Putin claims that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is ‘developing successfully.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The delegations have made significant progress on a 15-point draft deal including a ceasefire and Russian troop withdrawal if Kyiv renounces NATO membership ambitions and accepts limits on its armed forces, the Financial Times reported, citing three unnamed officials involved in the talks. The proposed deal also requires that Ukraine […] The post FT: Ukraine, Russia draw up tentative peace plan to end war appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The measure that loosens Ukraine’s ties to Russian energy was originally scheduled for 2023. Ukraine’s power grid, a holdover from the days of the Soviet Union, had been connected to Russia’s systems since its construction. The post Ukraine’s electricity system now linked to EU’s grid. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

There are about 13,800 Ukrainian businesses fully or partially owned by Russian citizens and 3,300 owned by Belarusian citizens. According to Forbes Ukraine, Ukraine has 1.25 million legal entities registered. The post Some 17,000 Ukrainian companies owned by citizens of Russia or Belarus. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The six people, Bucha City Council staff and volunteers, were captured on the evening of March 15 when they were helping the residents flee the city under fire. The post Russian occupiers release 6 people captured in Bucha. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In his virtual address on March 16, President Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated his plea for a no-fly zone over Ukraine to protect the lives of Ukrainian people during “the darkest time” for his country. “If this is too much to ask, we offer an alternative,” Zelensky said, asking Washington to provide […] The post Zelensky addresses US Congress: ‘Right now, the destiny of our country is being decided’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 2 min )

Oleksandr Yakovlev, who was kidnapped earlier, published a video address on Facebook where he also said that the Russian occupiers had promised to free other detainees and asked residents not to panic. The post Mayor of occupied Skadovsk in Kherson Oblast says he’s been released. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Russian occupiers opened fire and used tear gas on the peaceful protesters that gathered in the square in front of the city council to demand the release of detained local leaders. The post Residents in occupied Skadovsk in Kherson Oblast hold anti-Russian protest. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In a phoney statement, it was reportedly said that the President was ‘capitulating’ and ‘would surrender and give up arms’. Volodymyr Zelensky later responded with a video address from Kyiv and called the provocation ‘childish’. The post Russia hacked Ukraine TV channel, broadcasted fake ‘statement’ from Zelensky. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Credit ratings agency Fitch said that if Russia were to make two US dollar bond coupon payments due Wednesday in rubles, it would constitute a sovereign default after a grace period expiration. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine triggered sanctions from across the world that have limited Moscow’s ability to access and […] The post Fitch: Russia ruble payment of USD coupons would be a sovereign default. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Kuleba: Russian invaders continue to abduct local leaders in Ukraine. In a post on Twitter, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said Mayor of Skadovsk Oleksandr Yakovlyev and his deputy Yurii Palyukh were kidnapped on March 16. “States & international organizations must demand Russia to release all abducted Ukrainian officials immediately!” he urged. The post Kuleba: Russian invaders continue to abduct local leaders in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Mykhailo Podoliak, advisor to the head of President Volodymyr Zelensky’s administration, said that Ukraine could agree only to “a special version of neutrality with legally verified and non-protocol security guarantees,” not without being guided by the Swedish or Austrian models. That means, he said, that the signatories of the guarantees […] The post President’s Office: Ukraine’s neutrality could be only ‘Ukrainian model’. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to the Suspilne correspondent on the ground, the shelling started around 10 am on March 16. The post Suspilne: Russian troops killed at least 10 civilians standing in line for bread in Chernihiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Russia shells Vinnytsia, hits TV station. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Lavrov claims that Ukraine’s neutrality being discussed in negotiations. The Russian foreign minister said, “it is now being seriously discussed along, of course, with security guarantees… there are absolutely specific formulations which in my view are close to an agreement.” Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, on March 15, said peace talks with […] The post Lavrov claims that Ukraine’s neutrality being discussed in negotiations. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

UK Defense Intelligence: Russian forces are struggling to overcome the challenges posed by Ukraine’s terrain. Russian troops have remained largely tied to Ukraine’s road network and have demonstrated a reluctance to conduct off-road maneuvers, according to the Ministry of Defense in an intelligence report released on March 16. The destruction […] The post UK Defense Intelligence: Russian forces are struggling to overcome the challenges posed by Ukraine’s terrain. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The true number of deaths could be much higher, the city’s emergency services agency said on Facebook. Emergency workers continue to scour the rubble of residential neighborhoods for more bodies, often under fire, the agency noted. The post At least 500 civilians killed in Kharkiv by Russian invaders. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

When Mariupol journalist Artem Popov speaks about his hometown, it sounds like he has a lump in his throat. The southeastern city of Mariupol has turned into a front line of Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine. It’s dangerous to move around the city because Russian warplanes are flying over Mariupol […] The post 300,000 people trapped in besieged Mariupol face living hell appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 7 min )

Prosecutor General: Russia’s war kills 103 Ukrainian children. Over 100 children have been injured since Russia launched its all-out invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, Prosecutor General Iryna Venediktova said on Facebook. The death toll could rise, as in the hottest spots and the temporarily occupied territories, it’s hardly possible […] The post Prosecutor General: Russia’s war kills 103 Ukrainian children. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Vereshchuk: Russia grossly violates ceasefire. According to Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk, Russia fires on convoys of buses, settlements and evacuation points. On March 15, Russian forces seized an intensive care hospital in Mariupol, took 400 civilians hostage (patients and medical staff), and are currently firing from the hospital. Ukraine hasn’t received […] The post Vereshchuk: Russia grossly violates ceasefire. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

A 12-story residential building in Kyiv’s central Shevchenkivsky district was hit early on March 16. Two people were injured and 37 evacuated, according to the State Emergency Service. The post Shrapnel hits residential building in Kyiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

“Russia is increasingly seeking to generate additional troops to bolster and replace its personnel losses,” CNN reports quoting the U.K. Ministry of Defense assessment. According to them, Russia is struggling to conduct offensive operations in the face of “sustained Ukrainian resistance.” The post Russia is calling in military reinforcements from across the country. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Secretary of the Zaporizhzhia City Council Anatoliy Kurtev confirmed reports of explosion at the city’s railway station. The post Explosions reported in Zaporizhzhia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The company stated that all sales from these drugs will go directly to humanitarian aid. The post Pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly suspends all exports to Russia except drugs for diabetes and cancer. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The resolution also expresses support for probes into Russian war crimes in Ukraine in the International Criminal Court. The post US Senate unanimously passes resolution condemning Russia and Vladimir Putin over war in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to new satellite images from Planet Labs, the strike set on fire, or destroyed, at least three helicopters and military vehicles stationed at the airport. The post CNN: Ukrainian military strikes number of Russian military helicopters at Kherson International Airport. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

BORYSPIL, KYIV OBLAST – About a hundred people gathered in a city memorial park to say their last goodbyes to an outstanding combat commander, colonel Valeriy Gudz, who had been killed in a battle near Russian-occupied Luhansk on March 12. Gudz, 51, had defended Ukraine from Russia’s army since the […] The post Family and fellow soldiers bid farewell to heroic colonel Gudz killed in Donbas appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 4 min )

Ukraine’s Prime Minister Denys Shmygal said on March 15 that this preliminary figure would be at the expense of Ukraine’s partners and reparations from Russia. Ukraine’s government has already established a group to assess losses to the economy due to Russian aggression. The post Ukraine needs $565 billion to rebuild after Russia’s war. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Sirens were activated in Cherkasy, Dnipro, Lviv, Kyiv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Odesa, Vinnytsia, Kirovohrad, and Khmelnytskyi Oblasts, as well as in the cities of Kyiv, Izyum, Kremenchuk, Bila Tserkva, Nikopol, Mykolaiv, Kyiv, Izmail, Odesa, Poltava, and the Kryve Ozero area. CNN reports that according to their team on the ground, loud explosions […] The post Air raid alerts go off in several major cities and oblasts. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

During an interview on CNN on March 15, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken also said that “one way or the other, Ukraine will be there and at some point Putin won’t.” The post Blinken: There will be an independent Ukraine “a lot longer than there’s going to be a Vladimir Putin.” appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

“That is, a Ukrainian child has become a refugee almost every single second since the start of the war,” UNICEF wrote in a press release. In other words, on average 75,000 children have become refugees everyday since Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine began on Feb. 24. The post UN: Every minute, 55 Ukrainian children become refugees. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Watchdog demands $500,000 after millions of people's info stolen and sold The FTC wants the former owner of CafePress to cough up $500,000 after the customizable merch bazaar not only tried to cover up a major computer security breach involving millions of netizens, it failed to safeguard customers' personal information.…  ( 9 min )

Features aimed at industrial, IoT, autonomous needs MathWorks, maker of the long-standing MATLAB suite, is focusing its latest software updates on reaching beyond its traditional scientific base and eyeing up autonomous vehicle developers, makers of devices with wireless communications, and others.…  ( 8 min )

BlackBerry says attackers threaten to erase documents if ransom unpaid BlackBerry security researchers have identified a ransomware family targeting English-speaking victims that is capable of erasing all non-system files from infected Windows PCs.…  ( 10 min )

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A new, all-FOSS, direct-to-binary compiler for the 63-year-old programming language The newly announced gcobol compiler is a fresh front end for GCC, and builds native binary executables.…  ( 8 min )

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Here’s another reason to do hyperscale thing of offloading network functions to an accelerator Software-defined networking contender Pluribus has ported its Netvisor ONE OS network operating system to Nvidia's BlueField-2 data processing units, a new role for the accelerators.…  ( 7 min )

Patch flaws and enforce authentication policies, CISA and FBI warn State-sponsored threat actors from Russia over the last year breached a non-governmental organization (NGO) by leveraging multifactor authentication (MFA) defaults and exploiting the PrintNightmare vulnerability in Windows Print Spooler.…  ( 10 min )

You can trust them, they probably know all the weak spots. Ahem. If Kubernetes is so complicated that even Google is automating its setup, then it's worth paying attention when U.S. spy giant, the National Security Agency (NSA) points to strengthening it.…  ( 9 min )

Intel to slip into top 10 list with Tower takeover Contract chip manufacturers grew revenue in the fourth quarter of last calendar year largely by raising the prices of wafers in the face of overloaded factories as the semiconductor industry continued its breakneck pace.…  ( 9 min )

The go-to desktop for Ubuntu, Fedora, and SUSE improves its fit and polish After the project reorganized its version numbering, GNOME 42 consolidates the ongoing modernization effort. Bear in mind, we're describing the release candidate, so some of the details might change before it comes out.…  ( 10 min )

Work Trend Index report indicates that things are about to get a little 'messy' Microsoft's second annual Work Trend Index report is out, and it highlights a massive disconnect between leaders, managers and employees.…  ( 9 min )

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Data protection watchdog imposes fine on half-trillion dollar valued Facebook firm Following a breach of data privacy European law, Facebook parent company Meta has received an $18.6m (€17m) fine — representing around 0.055 percent of its quarterly revenue.…  ( 8 min )

CEO tells The Reg his engineers still have sights on phones to servers SiFive is pulling in nearly $400m in funding this year between a new investment round and the proceeds of a business sale with the ambitious mission of eclipsing rival Arm – and the x86 world of Intel and AMD – with processor designs for everything from smartphones to servers.…  ( 12 min )

Security vendors now have 5 working days to explain to the Competition and Markets Authority why it's wrong The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) merger inquiry into NortonLifeLock's proposed $8bn acquisition of rival antivirus provider Avast has now closed, with the regulator concluding that a tie-up could indeed reduce competition in the marketplace.…  ( 9 min )

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Despite girls outperforming boys when they choose the subject New research by the British Computer Society (BCS) has found girls are outnumbered six to one by boys in computer science classes across the UK.…  ( 9 min )

A bolt of lightning has caused me days of misery, because the fix requires too much proprietary tech Column  I heard an electric discharge, a bit like a Jacob's ladder, immediately before a deafening crack of thunder. I'd never been so close to a lightning strike! All of the lights in the house went bright, then dimmed, then went back to normal. "Uh-oh," I thought, "I'm in trouble now." Everything in the house had been hit by a nasty surge and the oft-spoken aphorism that broadband services are now a utility to rank with water and electricity was suddenly very, very, real to me.…  ( 10 min )

To the satisfaction of the International Atomic Energy Agency, at least If you've been wondering about the fate of Ukraine's nuclear power stations amid Russia's full-on invasion of the nation, you're not alone. Here's an update from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).…  ( 8 min )

Vote held after red-tape targeting proof-of-work assets removed Europe's lawmakers this week moved ahead with their proposed cryptocurrency regulations, having ditched a rule that might have banned financial services from dealing in Bitcoin and Ethereum.…  ( 9 min )

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Cr8escape priv-escalation bug opens the door to cluster takeovers A vulnerability in the container runtime engine CRI-O can be exploited by a rogue user to gain root-level access on a host.…  ( 8 min )

Hackers target poorly secured Microsoft SQL and MySQL database servers to deploy the Gh0stCringe remote access trojans on vulnerable devices. [...]  ( 4 min )

Facebook has removed a deepfake video of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spreading across the social network and the Internet, asking Ukrainian troops lay down their arms and surrender. [...]  ( 3 min )

SolarWinds warned customers of attacks targeting Internet-exposed Web Help Desk (WHD) instances and advised removing them from publicly accessible infrastructure (likely to prevent the exploitation of a potential security flaw). [...]  ( 3 min )

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Unser werktäglicher News-Überblick fasst die wichtigsten Nachrichten des Tages kurz und knapp zusammen.  ( 4 min )

Da die in Telematik-Konnektoren verbauten Schlüssel-Zertifikate ablaufen, müssen Arztpraxen die Geräte ab Herbst austauschen. Das dürfte Millionen kosten.  ( 4 min )

PCs verwenden immer häufiger SSDs – das spiegelt sich in den Verkaufszahlen wider. Trotzdem stieg die Kapazität aller verkauften HDDs auf 1,34 Zettabyte.  ( 3 min )

Der plötzliche Funktionsverlust sorgte für Verärgerung bei iPhone- und Apple-Watch-Nutzern. Nun will Strava Aktivitäten aus Dritt-Apps wieder in Health sichern.  ( 4 min )

Das neue Quartalsrelease der Eclipse IDE bringt Lambda-Breakpoints, Integration von Gitea-Pull-Requests und Anbindung an Java 18 zum Nachinstallieren.  ( 4 min )

Immer mehr Menschen fliehen vor dem Krieg in der Ukraine. Die Hilfsbereitschaft ist groß, die App "WasWohin" soll helfen, Spenden lokal zu koordinieren.  ( 4 min )

Die OSB Alliance und die Free Software Foundation Europe monieren, dass die Ampel Versprechen nicht umsetze und etwa bei der Cloud Abhängigkeiten zementiere.  ( 4 min )

Ab Ende April akzeptiert der App Store nur noch Apps, die mit Xcode 13 erstellt wurden. Apple ruft zur Integration von iOS-15-Funktionen auf.  ( 4 min )

Künftig sollen auch online abgehaltene Ratssitzungen des Schweizer Parlaments möglich sein, falls Notlagen dies erfordern. Das hat der Nationalrat entschieden.  ( 4 min )

Das britische Unternehmen Embarcadero erlaubt mit dem Update die Nutzung der IDE mit Remote Desktop und führt eine neue Nachrichtenansicht für Warnhinweise ein.  ( 4 min )

Die finale Version des GitHub Enterprise Server 3.4 bringt wiederverwendbare Workflows und aktualisiert das Security-Werkzeug Dependabot.  ( 4 min )

Der Streit über das Netzwerkdurchsetzungsgesetz geht weiter: Google und Meta haben Beschwerde gegen Eil-Entscheidungen des Verwaltungsgerichts Köln eingelegt.  ( 3 min )

Wer Container-Umgebungen mit Kubernetes managet, bekommt nun noch mehr Tipps, um Systeme vor Attacken abzusichern.  ( 3 min )

Mozilla Firefox hat per Update die russischen Suchmaschinen Yandex und Mail.ru als Standard-Suchmaschinen entfernt. Im Browser sind sie weiterhin aufrufbar.  ( 3 min )

Elf Dienste von Oracle Cloud Infrastructure sollen den Cloud-Einstieg flexibler und niedrigschwelliger machen, um "die Vorteile der Cloud voll auszuschöpfen".  ( 4 min )

Der Europäische Datenschutzausschuss (EDSA) hat Empfehlungen zum Schutz von Social-Media-Anwendern vor dem Missbrauch ihrer persönlichen Daten verabschiedet.  ( 3 min )

Mehrere Schwachstellen gefährden Systeme mit der Firewall-Distribution pfSense.  ( 3 min )

Der russische Hersteller von Sicherheits- und Antivirensoftware sieht in der Warnung des BSI vor seiner Software eine politische Entscheidung.  ( 3 min )

Ein kompletter PC samt Tastatur und Trackball in einem Bausatz: ClockworkPi bietet den DevTerm jetzt auch in einer Version mit RISC-V- statt ARM-CPU an.  ( 3 min )

Neben einer neuen Option, um Attribute in HTML und JSX jeweils in eigenen Zeilen zu formatieren, gibt es zahlreiche kleine Anpassungen für JavaScript-Code.  ( 4 min )

Das Go-Team führt Generics ein – ein Feature, was in anderen Sprachen bereits vorhanden ist. Zudem ist das Schreiben Fuzzing-basierter Tests möglich.  ( 4 min )

Der Ukraine-Krieg hat die Sorge vor einem Energie-Engpass angefacht. Die Hannover Messe will Politik und Wirtschaft für die Energiewende zusammenbringen.  ( 4 min )

Ab sofort können Kunden aus 26 Ländern Googles Domainregistrierungsdienst nutzen. Gestartet war der bereits 2015, kam aber lange nicht aus der Beta raus.  ( 4 min )

Die Pandemie geht, neue Arbeitsprozesse bleiben. Mit unserem Sonderheft c't @work schaffen Sie locker den Spagat zwischen Homeoffice und Büro.  ( 4 min )

Im Schuljahr 2023/24 soll es im Saarland mit dem Pflichtfach Informatik losgehen. Das Fach soll Grundkompetenzen vermitteln und nah an der Lebensrealität sein.  ( 4 min )

Das Auktionshaus eBay und Klarna starten eine Zusammenarbeit, um Kunden in Deutschland die Bezahloptionen "Kauf auf Rechnung" und "Ratenkauf" anzubieten.  ( 3 min )

Angreifer könnten Clients und Server mit präparierten TLS-Zertifikaten auf Basis von elliptischen Kurven lahmlegen.  ( 3 min )

Angreifer könnten Dell-Computer attackieren und im schlimmsten Fall die volle Kontrolle über Geräte erlangen.  ( 3 min )

Das aktuelle Buch "Future Angst" von Dr. Mario Herger regt zum Nachdenken an und lädt zu Perspektivwechseln ein. Die "gute alte Zeit" gab es nie.  ( 5 min )

Aleph Alpha stellt wesentliche Teile des multimodalen KI-Modells der Community zur Verfügung – MAGMA kann Bilder und Text in beliebiger Kombination verarbeiten.  ( 4 min )

Auf der secIT 2022 bekommen Admins, Datenschutzbeauftragte und IT-Sicherheitsverantwortliche hilfreiche Informationen für ihren Alltag vermittelt.  ( 4 min )

Am 11. Mai lernen Admins, wie die Administration von Exchange Online funktioniert. Wer gleich die gesamte Webinar-Serie bucht, spart ordentlich Geld.  ( 4 min )

Die irische Datenschutzbehörde bestraft Meta erneut. Facebook konnte seine Datenschutzmaßnahmen nicht nachweisen.  ( 3 min )

A previously undocumented backdoor has been observed targeting Linux systems with the goal of corralling the machines into a botnet and acting as a conduit for downloading and installing rootkits. Qihoo 360's Netlab security team called it B1txor20 "based on its propagation using the file name 'b1t,' the XOR encryption algorithm, and the RC4 algorithm key length of 20 bytes."  ( 3 min )

The maintainers of OpenSSL have shipped patches to resolve a high-severity security flaw in its software library that could lead to a denial-of-service (DoS) condition when parsing certificates. Tracked as CVE-2022-0778 (CVSS score: 7.5), the issue stems from parsing a malformed certificate with invalid explicit elliptic-curve parameters, resulting in what's called an "infinite loop." The flaw  ( 3 min )

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have released a joint advisory warning that Russia-backed threat actors hacked the network of an unnamed non-governmental entity by exploiting a combination of flaws. "As early as May 2021, Russian state-sponsored cyber actors took advantage of a misconfigured account set to default [  ( 3 min )

Researchers have disclosed an unpatched security vulnerability in "dompdf," a PHP-based HTML to PDF converter, that, if successfully exploited, could lead to remote code execution in certain configurations. "By injecting CSS into the data processed by dompdf, it can be tricked into storing a malicious font with a .php file extension in its font cache, which can later be executed by accessing it  ( 3 min )

The end of the year is coming, and it's time for security decision-makers to make plans for 2022 and get management approval. Typically, this entails making a solid case regarding why current resources, while yielding significant value, need to be reallocated and enhanced. The Definitive 2022 Security Plan PPT Template is built to simplify this task, providing security decision-makers with an  ( 4 min )

Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky on Tuesday responded to an advisory released by Germany's Federal Office of Information Security (BSI) against using the company's security solutions in the country over "doubts about the reliability of the manufacturer." Calling that the decision was made on "political grounds," the company said it will "continue to assure our partners and customers of the  ( 3 min )

Researchers have disclosed seven new security vulnerabilities in an open-source database management system solution called ClickHouse that could be weaponized to crash the servers, leak memory contents, and even lead to the execution of arbitrary code. "The vulnerabilities require authentication, but can be triggered by any user with read permissions," Uriya Yavnieli and Or Peles, researchers  ( 3 min )

The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) on Tuesday slapped Facebook and WhatsApp owner Meta Platforms a fine of €17 million (~$18.6 million) for a series of security lapses that occurred in violation of the European Union's GDPR laws in the region. "The DPC found that Meta Platforms failed to have in place appropriate technical and organizational measures which would enable it to readily  ( 3 min )

Mehrere Schwachstellen gefährden Systeme mit der Firewall-Distribution pfSense.  ( 3 min )

Angreifer könnten Clients und Server mit präparierten TLS-Zertifikaten auf Basis von elliptischen Kurven lahmlegen.  ( 3 min )

Angreifer könnten Dell-Computer attackieren und im schlimmsten Fall die volle Kontrolle über Geräte erlangen.  ( 3 min )

This fresh new design trend has been picking up steam with the rising popularity of colorful inflated 3D graphics in web illustrations and with the latest Virtual Reality projects like “Horizon Worlds”. Let’s see if there is room for Claymorphism on the UI, and how we can create this effect with CSS.  ( 9 min )

Today, Chris Evans, the CISO of bug bounty platform HackerOne, apologized to Ukrainian hackers after erroneously blocking their bug bounty payouts following sanctions imposed on Russia and Belarus after Ukraine's invasion. [...]  ( 3 min )

The ransomware space was very active in the last quarter of 2021, with threat analysts observing 722 distinct attacks deploying 34 different variants. [...]  ( 4 min )

The FBI says Russian state-backed hackers gained access to a non-governmental organization (NGO) cloud after enrolling their own device in the organization's Duo MFA following the exploitation of misconfigured default multifactor authentication (MFA) protocols. [...]  ( 3 min )

A recently discovered botnet under active development targets Linux systems, attempting to ensnare them into an army of bots ready to steal sensitive info, installing rootkits, creating reverse shells, and acting as web traffic proxies. [...]  ( 4 min )

Security researchers tracking the mobile app ecosystem have noticed a recent spike in trojan infiltration on the Google Play Store, with one of the apps having over 500,000 installs. [...]  ( 4 min )

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) wants to slap the former owner of the CafePress custom t-shirt and merchandise site with a $500,000 fine for failing to secure its users' data and attempting to cover up a significant data breach impacting millions. [...]  ( 3 min )

Russia faces a critical IT storage crisis after Western cloud providers pulled out of the country, leaving Russia with only two more months before they run out of data storage. [...]  ( 4 min )

Large-scale phishing activity using hundreds of domains to steal credentials for Naver, a Google-like online platform in South Korea, shows infrastructure overlaps linked to the TrickBot botnet. [...]  ( 4 min )

BSI, the federal cybersecurity authority in Germany, has issued a public statement to warn critical entities in the country against using Kaspersky antivirus software products. [...]  ( 6 min )

Mozilla has removed the Yandex Search, Mail.ru, and OK.ru default search providers from the Firefox browser over reports of state-sponsored content favored in search results. [...]  ( 3 min )

Mozilla has removed the Yandex Search, Mail.ru, and OK.ru default search providers from the Firefox browser over reports of state-sponsored content favored in search results. [...]  ( 3 min )

It is widely believed that Russian leadership expected its all-out invasion of Ukraine to succeed within days. Twenty days later, Ukraine still stands, and Russia has no major victories to claim. It seized only one large city and regional center, Kherson in southern Ukraine. To force Ukraine to surrender, Russia […] The post 20 days of Russia’s war in Ukraine in photos appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 3 min )

Hungarian PM Viktor Orban, a longtime Putin supporter, said that the country “must stay out of this war” during the rally of his supporters. The post Orban: Hungary won’t support Ukraine with weapons, stays out of war. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Hours before the vote, Russia said it moved to stop its membership. The Council of Europe will keep supporting Russian non-governmental organizations opposing the country’s dictatorship regime. The post PACE expels Russia from Council of Europe, calls to provide Ukraine with air defense. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Vitaly Shevchenko, director of a local travel agency, was captured at a local cafe in Berdyansk after the protest, eyewitnesses told local media. The occupiers also detained several other participants of the rally. The post Russians kidnap activist who organized anti-Russian protest in occupied Berdyansk. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

During his court hearing, the politician said that the invasion of Ukraine was planned by a “group of crazy old men.” Navalny, who faces up to 13 years in prison, said that he’d rather be “a free man” in prison than “Putin’s servant.” The post Jailed Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny predicts Russia’s collapse due to war. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

New sanctions include freezing the assets and imposing a travel ban on oligarchs Roman Abramovich, German Khan, steel tycoon Viktor Rashnikov, the head of state-controlled TV Channel One Konstantin Ernst, and propagandist Dmitry Kulikov. The post EU imposes fourth package of sanctions, including on 15 Russian individuals. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The package includes emergency military and humanitarian assistance. The post Biden signs bill providing $13.6 billion to Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Two people have been injured, according to Odesa authorities. Satellite images showed 14 ships of the Russian fleet sailing towards the city of Odesa on March 15, among them a 120-meter landing ship Pyotr Morgunov of Russia’s northern fleet. The post Russian warships shell Ukrainian coast in Odesa Oblast. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Verkhovna Rada has prolonged the martial law until April 25, from the initial end date of March 26. Lawmakers also approved a package of 21 bills related to the martial law and the war. The post Ukraine extends martial law for another month. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

It means that Russian citizens will not be able to bring cases to the European Court of Human Rights, and the Russian government can re-introduce the death penalty. The post Russia announces leaving the Council of Europe, hours before its expected expulsion. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The list includes Foreign Minister Melanie Jolie, Defense Minister Anita Anand, and almost all MPs. The move was a reaction to Canada’s support of Ukraine. The post Russia bans Justin Trudeau and over 300 Canadians from entering the country. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Sinegubov: Ukraine’s military repel Russian occupiers assault on Kharkiv. According to Oleh Sinegubov, the head of Kharkiv regional administration, Russian troops suffered significant losses and were forced to retreat from their previous position.  The post Sinegubov: Ukraine’s military repel Russian occupiers assault on Kharkiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Zelensky appoints Joint Forces Commander Oleksandr Pavliuk at the head of Kyiv Regional Military Administration. Oleksiy Kuleba will assist the military leadership, while Eduard Moskalyov will replace Pavliuk at the head of Ukraine’s military. The post Zelensky appoints Joint Forces Commander Oleksandr Pavliuk at the head of Kyiv Regional Military Administration. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrainian journalist Aleksandra Kurshynova and Fox news cameraman Pierre Zakrzewski killed by Russian forces’ artillery firing. The team was reporting in Horenka, outside of Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, with correspondent Benjamin Hall. Hall was injured in the attack and has been hospitalized. The post Ukrainian journalist Aleksandra Kurshynova and Fox news cameraman Pierre Zakrzewski killed by Russian forces’ artillery firing. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Head of the Donetsk Regional Military Administration Kyrylenko: Russian occupiers take intensive care hospital staff and patients hostage in Mariupol. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Zelensky believes Ukraine will not enter NATO despite ‘open door’ policy. President Volodymyr Zelensky told representatives of the Joint Expeditionary Force, a UK-led expeditionary task force, that Ukraine needs “new formats of cooperation.” “And if we cannot enter the open door, we must cooperate with communities that will help us and […] The post Zelensky believes Ukraine will not enter NATO despite ‘open door’ policy. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukraine’s military kills Russian commander Bezborodov. Dmitry  Bezborodov, a Rosgvardia battalion commander from Saratov, was killed in Ukraine on March 12. The post Ukraine’s military kills Russian commander Bezborodov. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Klitschko: Curfew extended in Kyiv due to potential escalation. The curfew in Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast will last from 8 p.m. on March 15 until 7 a.m. on March 17.  The post Klitschko: Curfew extended in Kyiv due to potential escalation. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Verkhona Rada strips Kiva from lawmaker mandate. Ex-lawmaker Ilya Kiva from the pro-Kremlin Opposition Platform-For Life parroted elements of the Kremlin’s propaganda on Feb. 24, when Russia attacked Ukraine, saying “Ukrainian people need liberation”. Several deputies from the same party also announced on March 15 that they would leave the faction, […] The post Verkhona Rada strips Kiva from lawmaker mandate. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

32 were injured and one rescuer has been captured by Russian occupiers, according to Hennadiy Herasymchuk, a colonel at the State Emergency Service. The post State Emergency Service: 17 rescuers killed since the beginning of Russia’s war on Feb. 24. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Vereshchuk: Evacuation corridor in Mariupol didn’t start yet. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

UN: Number of refugees from Ukraine reaches 3 million. According to UN spokesperson Paul Dillon, the number includes over 1.4 million children and about 157,000 foreign nationals living in Ukraine. The post UN: Number of refugees from Ukraine reaches 3 million. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Klitschko: 4 people killed by Russian airstrike in Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv. A Russian airstrike hit a 16-story residential building in western Kyiv on the night of March 15. As a result of shelling, a fire broke out in the premises. Russian shells also hit a residential building in the Podilskyi district, […] The post Klitschko: 4 people killed by Russian airstrike in Sviatoshynskyi district of Kyiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

In a one-day fundraiser on March 5, Citizen Brick, a Chicago-based LEGO retailer, sold minifigures of President Volodymyr Zelensky ($100) and Molotov cocktails ($10) raising $16,540 to support Ukraine. Citizen Brick has already donated the funds to the U.S. charity Direct Relief to bring medical supplies to Ukraine.  The post LEGO retailer raised over $16,000 to support Ukraine selling Zelensky, Molotov cocktails minifigures. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Three journalists were killed in Mykolaiv, Kyiv, and Irpin, according to Lyudmyla Denisova. Many journalists have been deliberately injured by the Russian forces since Feb. 24, she said. The post Ombudsman: 3 journalists killed during Russia’s full-scale war in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Over 100 children have been injured since Russia launched its all-out invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, Prosecutor General’s Office reported. At least five children die under shelling every day. The post Russia’s war kills 97 Ukrainian children. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukraine’s military intelligence published a letter allegedly written by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu asking for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s permission to start mass logging of Ukrainian forests. The wood would be sold, and the money would go for the Russian army. “All forests in the temporarily occupied territories are […] The post Ukraine’s military intelligence: Russia plans mass logging of Ukrainian forests. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Volodymyr Matsokin, deputy mayor of Izium, said that residents were left without electricity, water, medicine, and food. The city in Kharkiv Oblast has been under siege for two weeks. According to local deputy Max Strel, Russians have been blocking humanitarian aid delivery and evacuation of civilians for the last three […] The post Local authorities cry for help in Izium, saying there’s humanitarian crisis. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Two missiles hit the Dnipro airport on the night of March 15, destroying a runway and damaging a terminal, according to Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Governor Valentyn Reznichenko. The post Russian missiles damage airport in Dnipro. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Poland’s Mateusz Moravetsky, Czech Republic’s Petr Fiala, and Slovenia’s Janez Jansa will meet with President Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal. “The purpose of the visit is to confirm the unequivocal support of the entire European Union for the sovereignty and independence of Ukraine and to present a broad […] The post Polish, Czech, Slovenian prime ministers to visit Kyiv on March 15. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Residents will only be allowed to go outside to head to bomb shelters, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said. The post New curfew in Kyiv will last from 8 p.m. on March 15 until 7 a.m. on March 17. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russian forces have intensified shelling of Kharkiv, a regional capital in eastern Ukraine, on March 14, leading to multiple damages and a large fire in the city’s northwestern Kholodnohirskyi district. The post State Emergency Service: 7 people found dead under rubbles in Kharkiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Oleksandr Kamyshin, the acting head of the state railway operator Ukrzaliznytsia, there are currently 15,000 Russian freight wagons in Ukraine. Ukrzaliznytsia plans to nationalize them under the recently adopted law allowing the seizure of Russian property in Ukraine. The post Ukrzaliznytsia to nationalize Russian freight wagons in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to Rivne Oblast Governor Vitalii Koval, there might be more victims, as the rescuers are still working at the scene. The missile strike happened in the early morning of March 14 in Rivne, a regional capital in northwestern Ukraine. The post 19 killed, 9 injured in Russia’s attack on TV tower in Rivne. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As of 9 a.m. on March 15, Ukraine’s military have also destroyed 1,279 armored personnel carriers, 640 vehicles, 404 tanks, 150 artillery systems, 60 fuel tanks, 64 multiple launch rocket systems, 95 helicopters, 81 aircraft, 36 anti-aircraft warfare systems, 9 unmanned aerial vehicles, and 3 boats. The post Ukraine’s military: Over 13,500 Russian troops have been killed since Feb. 24. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Serhiy Haidai, the governor of Luhansk Oblast, said on March 15 that Russian forces destroyed three school buildings along with a boarding school for visually impaired children and a hospital in Rubizhne, a city in Luhansk Oblast. The post Four people killed following Russian attack in Rubizhne. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to National Police, the first 10 buses of evacuees safely left the town, when Russians opened fire on the next four buses. One woman was killed, two man injured as a result of attack. The post Russian forces shoot at evacuating civilians in Hostomel. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The station will be closed for transit users until repairs can be affected. The post Shock wave damages facade of the Lukyanivska metro station in Kyiv early on March 15. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The fire was put out by 6:51 a.m., according to the State Emergency Service. One person has been hospitalized. The post Apartment building in Kyiv on fire after Russian overnight shelling. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Among those sanctioned are Russian billionaire Viktor Vekselberg, family members of Russian banker Yuri Kovalchuk, and 11 members of the Russian Duma. As of March 14, Japan has placed sanctions on 61 Russians. The post Japan freezes assets of additional 17 Russian oligarchs, government officials. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As of March 14, the Ukrainian Ministry of Social Policy reports that the children were evacuated from social welfare institutions and orphanages. 60 foster families with 155 children were evacuated as well. However, an estimated 859 children from similar situations have yet to be evacuated. The post Ukraine evacuates over 2,000 vulnerable children. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the request on a phone call with his Spanish counterpart José Manuel Albares on March 14, according to Chinese state media. The reason cited was to “set up a balanced, effective and sustainable European security framework.” The post China requests talks between Europe, Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to sources familiar with the situation, an extraordinary session may be scheduled for March 23 amid Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The post Reuters: Biden to meet with NATO leaders as early as next week. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Dmytro Zhyvytsky, governor of Sumy Oblast, said on March 14 that Russian forces have also prevented the restoration of electricity and the supply of humanitarian aid to the area. The post Russian soldiers in Trostyanets take residents to fake evacuation corridors, remove their cellphones, and use them as human shields. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Ukrainian Parliament stated on March 14 that the proposed extension will start from March 26. The post Zelensky submits a bill to extend martial law for another month. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The announcement was made by a senior U.S. Department of Defense official during a closed-door briefing on March 14. The post Russia has fired over 900 missiles against Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Heavy explosions reported in Kyiv early on March 15. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

According to a survey by the European Business Association, 42% of small businesses have closed, 31% have temporarily suspended work, and only 13% have managed to continue full, unrestricted operations as of March 14. The survey also notes that an estimated 51% of respondents intend to use the state-provided finance […] The post At least 42% of small businesses in Ukraine have ceased operations. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Mariupol City Council has confirmed that around 2,357 people in the city have died as a result of Russian aggression as of March 14, and that all other estimates are false. The post False information surrounding death toll in Mariupol circulates online. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrinform news agency, citing U.S. Department of Defense spokesman John Kirby, reports that Ukraine keeps preventing Russian advantage in the sky. The Air Force Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces announced that it had downed 4 additional Russian helicopters and 1 plane on March 14. The post The Pentagon believes Ukrainian army skillfully defends its airspace. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Fox News reports that its correspondent Benjamin Hall was injured near Kyiv on March 14, although the network is awaiting updates on his condition. He has been hospitalized. The post Fox News reporter injured while covering the war in Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As of March 14, an estimated 14,000 listings are located in Europe, while 4,000 are in the U.S. Airbnb has also reportedly dedicated $37.6 million to support Ukrainians. The post 21,500 new Airbnb hosts offer homes to Ukrainians. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a non-governmental group, reported that more than 40,000 Syrian fighters have registered to go to Ukraine to fight, following Russian dictator Vladimir Putin’s call for foreign “volunteers” to join Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. No Syrian fighters have left the country as of March […] The post Over 40,000 Syrians have registered to fight for Russia against Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

As of March 14, it is still unclear whether China intends to provide Russia with any assistance. According to CNN, this move “raises questions about the fundamental readiness of the Russian military.” The post CNN: Russia requests ready-to-eat meals from China to feed troops. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Days after a Russian drone crashed in Croatia, Romania has reported that a Russian Orlan-10 aerial drone was spotted in its airspace. An investigation is underway to determine the origins and the operator of the drone. The post Romania identifies Orlan-10 drone in its airspace. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ben Hodges, former commander of the U.S. Army in Europe, told CBS News that Russia is running out of time, ammunition and manpower as a “quick operation” turned into a war of attrition. The post Retired US Army General believes Russia will exhaust ability to fight within ten days. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Despite previous news reports suggesting China was preparing to aid Russia in its war against Ukraine, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi insisted that his country was “not a party” to the war during a phone call with Spanish counterpart José Manuel Albares, according to Chinese state press agency Xinhua. The post China insists it’s ‘not a party’ in Russia’s war against Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Bad data can throw vulnerable apps and services for an infinite loop A bug in OpenSSL certificate parsing leaves systems open to denial-of-service attacks from anyone wielding an explicit curve. …  ( 8 min )

Planned deprecation didn't go as planned, cloud biz aims to try again at the end of March Microsoft's Azure DevOps team has undone the deprecation of outdated Transport Layer Security (TLS) that occurred at the end of January because of unspecified "unexpected issues" that arose following the change.…  ( 8 min )

Security consolidation du jour SentinelOne reached a $616.5m deal to buy identity security vendor Attivo Networks, the companies announced today.…  ( 8 min )

Home Secretary ponders putting WikiLeaker on one-way US flight Julian Assange has all but lost his fight against extradition from Britain to America after the UK Supreme Court said his case "did not raise an arguable point of law."…  ( 8 min )

A state of emergency is declared as officials assess the damage and look for culprits A massive distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack forced Israeli officials Monday to temporarily take down several government websites and to declare a state of online emergency to assess the damage and begin investigating who was behind the incident.…  ( 8 min )

Rolls out first Epyc products the same week Google announces cloud infra price rise Cloud hosting provider Vultr has expanded its portfolio of cloud infrastructure with an new range of high-performance virtual machine instances, including its first products based on AMD Epyc processors, all with NVMe SSD storage.…  ( 8 min )

Sub-$299 Zen 3 desktop chips throw wrench into Intel wheelhouse AMD is doling out a handful of new Ryzen desktop processors, including the first to use the chip designer's 3D die stacking technology.…  ( 9 min )

Nation's cybersecurity agency has doubts about Russian firm's reliability Germany's BSI federal cybersecurity agency has warned the country's citizens not to install Russian-owned Kaspersky antivirus, saying it has "doubts about the reliability of the manufacturer."…  ( 9 min )

Plus expands manufacturing in Ireland, R&D, packaging in France, Spain, Italy and Poland Intel has laid down its grand plans to build new chip factories in Europe, which will start with a €17bn mega-site in the city of Magdeburg, Germany.…  ( 10 min )

Virtual iron curtains are a lot harder to keep free of holes Research by Top10VPN, which regularly publishes data on virtual private newtork (VPN) usage around the world, has highlighted unprecedented demand in Russia and Ukraine.…  ( 7 min )

Analyst view: 4Q21 drop plus strains from war mean component shortages drag on The telecoms kit market had a good 2021 with revenues close to $100bn, up more than 20 percent since 2017, but growth is now slowing, according to analyst Dell'Oro Group. Huawei is also starting to feel the effect of sanctions, but still leads the global market by a fair margin.…  ( 9 min )

Users have become accustomed to seeing more plugs in the OS, but this may be a step too far Microsoft appears to be experimenting with more adverts in Windows 11 after eagle-eyed Insider users spotted helpful hints turning up in File Explorer.…  ( 8 min )

It turns out all you have to do is wait for someone to code an antidote If there was ever a reason to think data poisoning could fool facial recognition software, a recently published paper showed that reasoning is bunk.…  ( 8 min )

Brit solicitor fined after admitting it took 5 months to install critical update Criminal defense law firm Tuckers Solicitors is facing a fine from the UK's data watchdog for failing to properly secure data that included information on case proceedings which was scooped up in a ransomware attack in 2020.…  ( 9 min )

Not every hole is x86, CUDA, or Arm shaped Venture capitalists funneled billions into semiconductor startups in 2021, we're told, targeting designers of machine-learning technologies that fulfill specific or niche needs.…  ( 9 min )

Does not wish to 'profit' from 'commercial arrangements' in Russia Nominet, the dot-UK domain registrar, has announced that it will suspend services for Russian web domain registrars – and the British government says it "welcomes" the action.…  ( 8 min )

Apache project mulls options for next big upgrade as Big Blue focuses on 3.x iterations The IBM Cloudant software team has decided to pull the plug on its push to create a new database engine underlying Apache CouchDB, the NoSQL document store used by the BBC, Apple and atomic research facility CERN.…  ( 8 min )

Apache project mulls options for next big upgrade as Big Blue focuses on 3.x iterations The IBM Cloudant software team has decided to pull the plug on its push to create a new database engine underlying Apache CouchDB, the NoSQL document store used by the BBC, Apple and atomic research facility CERN.…  ( 8 min )

DIY distro might not be the best place to start, but you'll learn buckets using it Arch Linux, arguably the most widely known rolling-release distribution, just celebrated its 20th anniversary. The project has commemorated its first public release, 0.1, with a snapshot of its original homepage.…  ( 10 min )

We sent it off 'to tweak a dragon's tail, and it did that and more' Feature  We might be nearing the 50th anniversary of the last Apollo Moon landing, but spare a thought for NASA's Pioneer missions. Pioneer 10, the first mission to the outer planets, was launched 50 years ago this month.…  ( 11 min )

Your processor design fell off the vulnerability tree and hit every branch on the way down Analysis  Intel this month published an advisory to address a novel Spectre v2 vulnerability in its processors that can be exploited by malware to steal data from memory that should otherwise be off limits.…  ( 11 min )

Engineers at TSMC and Samsung look pretty good, so make sure they can get visas The United States should hire more foreign talent and remove some visa barriers as part of a multi-pronged approach to secure its chip industry and supply chain, said a research analyst from the Center for Security and Emerging Technology (CSET) – a security and emerging technology policy think tank.…  ( 10 min )

Competitors and web developers would prefer to see mobile market rules rewritten Apple and Google have defended their business practices in letters to the UK Competition & Markets Authority, while rival companies and third-party developers continue to push for mobile market reforms.…  ( 10 min )

Auditor finds space agency defends Classified info well, isn't paying attention to valuable Unclassified data An audit of NASA's infosec preparedness against insider threats has warned it faces "serious jeopardy to operations" due to lack of protection for Unclassified information.…  ( 8 min )

Move along, nothing to see here, totally not slimming down ahead of IPO – or a second IPO in China Chip designer and licensor to the stars, Arm, has reportedly dropped around 1,000 workers onto unemployment queues.…  ( 8 min )

No service for NoSQL users contrasts with continuous clouds from other players NoSQL database challenger MongoDB has decided it won't sell its wares in Russia – not even its software-as-a-service offering.…  ( 7 min )

How your computer-vision model learned to stop worrying and love the Python Developers can create large datasets of synthetic videos to train computer-vision models using software written by a team of researchers led by Google.…  ( 8 min )

Is the West OK when the gun points the other way? Cybercriminals are taking sides over Russia's deadly invasion of Ukraine, putting either the West or Moscow in their sights, according to Accenture.…  ( 8 min )

Apple beseitigt Schwachstellen in seinen Betriebssystemen sowie Xcode, GarageBand, Logic und iTunes. Für ältere macOS-Versionen fehlt ein wichtiges Update noch.  ( 4 min )

Mit einer neuen Startseite, einem Überblick über alle Inhalte sowie einem schnelleren Erstellen von Dokumenten präsentiert sich Microsofts neues Web-Office.  ( 3 min )

In der Elastic Computing Cloud von Amazon sind nun die X2idn- und X2iedn-Instanzen verfügbar. AWS verspricht eine 50 Prozent höhere Leistung als beim Vorgänger.  ( 4 min )

Vier neue Ryzen 5000 und drei neue Ryzen 4000 runden AMDs CPU-Portfolio ab und neue Beta-BIOSe lassen neue Prozessoren auch auf älteren 300er-Mainboards laufen.  ( 5 min )

Die Marketingplattform Adobe Experience Cloud wertet Kundendaten aus, um E-Commerce zu personalisieren. KI soll bestmögliche Vorschläge bereitstellen.  ( 3 min )

Die Corona-Pandemie bringt einen enormen Schub für die Digitalisierung des Schulunterrichts. Aber nur, wenn Hard- und Software zukunftssicher sind.  ( 5 min )

Die Corona-Pandemie bringt einen enormen Schub für die Digitalisierung des Schulunterrichts. Aber nur, wenn Hard- und Software zukunftssicher sind.

Bis zum 2. Mai können Interessierte Vorschläge für Vorträge und Workshops zu Themen rund um Enterprise-Storage einreichen.  ( 3 min )

In Vorbereitung auf den Börsengang nach der geplatzten Übernahme durch Nvidia plant die Prozessorfirma ARM Entlassungen.  ( 3 min )

Preise passend zum tatsächlichen Einsatz beim Kunden – Google würfelt seine Preise für die Cloud-Dienste durcheinander.  ( 4 min )

Es gibt Sicherheitsupdates für IBMs Backup-Lösung Spectrum Protect. Angreifer könnten unter anderem auf eigentlich verschlüsselte Informationen zugreifen.  ( 3 min )

Redis schickt RedisJSON 2.0 für Echtzeitoperationen auf JSON-Dokumentdateien ins Rennen. Zu den Features zählen native Indizierung und Volltextsuche.  ( 4 min )

Der Wille zum Energiesparen ist vorhanden, nur wissen viele Menschen nicht, wie sie ihn umsetzen können, ergab eine Umfrage des Bitkom.  ( 4 min )

Neben Anpassungen für unsafe Pointers vor allem für den Aufruf von C-Funktionen bringt Apples Programmiersprache Ergänzungen beim Typsystem mit.  ( 5 min )

Die Webseiten "Jimdo Creator" des Webseitenbaukasten- und Internetdienstes Jimdo sind ausgefallen – das Unternehmen arbeite an einer Behebung der Störung.  ( 3 min )

Das Angebot der Lernplattform für IT-Profis wächst um Online-Kurse und -Trainings. Highlights gibt es zu den Themen Microsoft 365 und Product Owner.  ( 4 min )

Die eco-Beschwerdestelle verzeichnete 2021 wieder deutlich mehr berechtigte Eingaben von Nutzern. Die Meldungen zu verfassungsfeindlichen Inhalten sanken.  ( 5 min )

Wer Antiviren-Software des russischen Herstellers einsetzt, sollte auf alternative Produkte ausweichen, heißt es der offizellen BSI-Warnung.  ( 4 min )

Die Aktualisierung bringt Apples lange angekündigte Fernsteuerungsfunktion als Beta. Zudem gibt es weitere Neuerungen und Sicherheitsupdates für ältere macOS.  ( 4 min )

Anlässlich des Weltverbrauchertags veranstalten die Verbraucherzentralen fünf Online-Seminare – unter anderem zu Kostenfallen wie Fakeshops und In-App-Käufen.  ( 3 min )

Nach einer Online-Ausgabe und einer weiteren vor Ort auf der Security-Messe it-sa wird es Ende März eine neue Auflage des "IT Job Kompakt" geben.  ( 3 min )

Beim Videospielepublisher Ubisoft hat es einen IT-Sicherheitsvorfall gegeben. Kundendaten sollen davon nicht betroffen sein.  ( 3 min )

Kritische Medien in Russland haben mit Sperren der EU und sozialer Plattformen zu kämpfen. Reporter ohne Grenzen kritisieren die Zensurmaßnahmen.  ( 6 min )

In Israel waren Internetseiten der Regierung am Montag vorübergehend nicht erreichbar. Schuld war eine DDoS-Attacke noch unbekannter Herkunft.  ( 3 min )

Am 18. Mai lernen Interessierte, wie sie effizient mit User Stories arbeiten können. Wer gleich die gesamte Webinar-Serie bucht, spart ordentlich Geld.  ( 4 min )

Interessierte Entwickler und Entwicklerinnen können am Dienstag und Mittwoch bei Heise dem Hauptbühnenprogramm der großen Java-Developer-Konferenz folgen.  ( 4 min )

Die USA und die EU wollen Russland von der Versorgung mit Chips abschneiden. Der Schritt könnte Putins Großmachtträume langfristig gefährden.  ( 7 min )

Creating localized experiences across multiple geographies can be difficult for multinational technology companies. Take HP Inc., for example. As a global manufacturer of personal computers and print devices, HP Inc. tackles challenges to provide localized products and services to cities around the world. HP’s Asia-Pacific division alone plays host to over 3,000 employees from more…  ( 4 min )

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The news: China reported 5,370 new covid cases today, the biggest one-day increase since the pandemic began, and more than double the number reported yesterday. It’s a tiny proportion of China’s population of 1.4…  ( 4 min )

As many as 722 ransomware attacks were observed during the fourth quarter of 2021, with LockBit 2.0, Conti, PYSA, Hive, and Grief emerging as the most prevalent strains, according to new research published by Intel 471. The attacks mark an increase of 110 and 129 attacks from the third and second quarters of 2021, respectively. In all, 34 different ransomware variants were detected during the  ( 3 min )

Two weeks after details emerged about a second data wiper strain delivered in attacks against Ukraine, yet another destructive malware has been detected amid Russia's continuing military invasion of the country. Slovak cybersecurity company ESET dubbed the third wiper "CaddyWiper," which it said it first observed on March 14 around 9:38 a.m. UTC. Metadata associated with the executable ("  ( 3 min )

A number of websites belonging to the Israeli government were felled in a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack on Monday, rendering the portals inaccessible for a short period of time. "In the past few hours, a DDoS attack against a communications provider was identified," the Israel National Cyber Directorate (INCD) said in a tweet. "As a result, access to several websites, among them  ( 3 min )

Network-attached storage (NAS) appliance maker QNAP on Monday warned of a recently disclosed Linux vulnerability affecting its devices that could be abused to elevate privileges and gain control of affected systems. "A local privilege escalation vulnerability, also known as 'Dirty Pipe,' has been reported to affect the Linux kernel on QNAP NAS running QTS 5.0.x and QuTS hero h5.0.x," the company  ( 2 min )

Hey hey! I’ve got a big announcement to make here. (Where’s my gong? I feel like this really needs a good gong hit.) CSS-Tricks, this very website you’re looking at, has been acquired by DigitalOcean! You can hear … CSS-Tricks is joining DigitalOcean! originally published on CSS-Tricks. You should get the newsletter.  ( 3 min )

Es gibt Sicherheitsupdates für IBMs Backup-Lösung Spectrum Protect. Angreifer könnten unter anderem auf eigentlich verschlüsselte Informationen zugreifen.  ( 3 min )

The United Nations Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine said that as of midnight on March 13, there were 636 killed and 1,125 injured civilians. Most of the recorded casualties were caused by the use of explosive weapons, including shelling from heavy artillery and multi-launch rocket systems. The post UN: Civilian casualties reach 1,761 since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began on Feb. 24. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Kidnapped mayor of Melitopol taken to Luhansk. According to the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, Russian forces took abducted mayor Ivan Fedorov to Russian-occupied Luhansk, where he is being accused of “terrorism.” The post Kidnapped mayor of Melitopol taken to Luhansk. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

EU revokes Russian airlines’ licenses. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has suspended the license of dozens of Russian airlines. European countrie swill no longer be able provide technical assistance to these flights, and Russian aviation products and parts are no longer certified. The move affects major Russian airlines such […] The post EU revokes Russian airlines’ licenses. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Synyehubov: Russian forces use Iskander missiles against Kharkiv. In a video address posted on Facebook, Kharkiv Governor Oleh Synyehubov claimed that Kharkiv had been hit by long-range Iskander rockets fired from the territory of the Russian Federation. The official urged citizens to pay attention to air raid sirens. The post Synyehubov: Russian forces use Iskander missiles against Kharkiv. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

A humanitarian catastrophe is unfolding in Ukraine on a scale Europe has not seen since World War II. Thousands are dead, millions are displaced, entire cities are being leveled to the ground by airstrikes and artillery fire. And the worse is yet to come. Unable to defeat the Ukrainian army, […] The post Sergei Sazonov: The West should ignore Putin’s nuclear blackmail and put an end to the war in Ukraine appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 6 min )

UN Chief: Nuclear conflict “within realm if possibility” over Ukraine. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated that Russia’s raising of its nuclear alert level was a “bone-chilling development.” U.S officials say they still have no reason to change their nuclear alert levels. The post UN Chief: Nuclear conflict “within realm if possibility” over Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Hong Kong Stock Exchange slumps over possible China-Russia aid. The Hong Kong markets experience their worst day of trading since the 2008 financial crisis over fears that China may provide military support to Ukraine.  The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index closed down 7.15%, while the Hang Seng Tech index fell by […] The post Hong Kong Stock Exchange slumps over possible China-Russia aid. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post EU approves fourth package of sanctions. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post 600 homes destoyed by enemy shelling in Kharkiv. According to Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov, around 600 homes have been destroyed by Russian forces, as well as 50 schools and several medical institutions, including maternity hospitals. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post The Hague sets date for ruling on Russia’s war. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrainian armed forces repulses attack from Donetsk. According to the East Operational and Tactical Group, 100 Russian soldiers were killed and enemy equipment was destroyed. The Russian forces tried to break through Ukrainian defences in Donetsk Oblast and lost 2 tanks, 3 infantry fighting vehicles, and 1 armored personnel carrier. Heavy […] The post Ukrainian armed forces repulses attack from Donetsk. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russian state TV interrupted by “No War” protest. During the “Vremya” new programme on Russia’s “First” TV channel. In a video posted by the protestor, Maria Ovsyannikova, an editor for the TV channel, she explained that she was disgusted by Russia’s war and had a Ukrainian father. The post Russian state TV interrupted by “No War” protest. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

The post Ukraine receives more than 50,000 tons of foreign humanitarian aid. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Humanitarian convoy turned away from Mariupol. A convoy loaded with food, water, clothes and evacuation buses was not able to reach the city as it was turned away by Russians, according to Deputy Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office Kyrylo Tymoshenko. This is the third day that the convoy was unable […] The post Humanitarian convoy turned away from Mariupol. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Shmygal: ‘We demand an immediate decision to exclude Russia from the Council of Europe.’ Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmygal, at an extrordinary meeting of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe on Monday, called for Russia’s immediate excusion from the council for “genocide” and “terrorism.” The post Shmygal: ‘We demand an immediate decision to exclude Russia from the Council of Europe.’ appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Russia announces new strikes against Ukraine. The Russian Ministry of Defense has announced new strikes against so-called “places of stay for foreign mercenaries” and military-industrial facilities in Ukraine. The Russian military also accused Ukraine of using cluster munitions in Donetsk, an accusation rejected by the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine. The post Russia announces new strikes against Ukraine. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Financial Times: China poised to help Russia. According to unamed officials, China has suggested that it is willing to provide military aid to Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. It is not yet clear if China has already started providing support. The post Financial Times: China poised to help Russia. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Ukrainian economy to shrink by at least 10%. In 2022, Ukraine’s GDP will shrink by at least 10% if the war ends soon, according to a report published by the IMF. Ukraine will need around $4.8 billion in external financing this year to stay afloat. The post Ukrainian economy to shrink by at least 10%. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Reuters: EU to tighten sanctions on Russia’s Rosneft, Transneft, Gazprom Neft. A source told Reuters that the sanctions would freeze EU funding in new Russian production and exploration projects in all fossil fuels. However, the sanctions do not include a ban on oil and gas imports. The post Reuters: EU to tighten sanctions on Russia’s Rosneft, Transneft, Gazprom Neft. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 1 min )

Nick Clegg, the president of Facebook’s parent company Meta, has said in internal corporate correspondence that Facebook would ban calls for violence against Russians in general, Reuters reported. Russia had previously opened a criminal case against Facebook after it allowed calls for violence against Russian troops in Ukraine. The post Reuters: Facebook bans calls for killing Putin, Lukashenko. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 2 min )

According to Deputy Prime Minister Iryna Vereshchuk, about 600-700 people have been evacuated from the besieged city on March 14. Some 300,000 residents remain in Mariupol. “This is not enough,” Vereshchuk said, adding that Russia has blocked Ukrainian trucks and buses from evacuating more people. The post 160 cars with evacuees leave Mariupol, reach Berdiansk. appeared first on The Kyiv Independent.  ( 2 min )